Eye Exams

Getting an eye exam is an important part of staying healthy. But do you know when you and your family members should get eye exams? Do you know what a complete eye exam should cover? 

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Get the right exam at the right time and ensure your vision lasts a lifetime.

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Childhood vision screening

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Children's eyes grow and change quickly from birth through the teenage years. The American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus have developed specific childhood eye screening guidelines. Follow these guidelines to get your child screened at the right times. These screenings help identify when your child might need a complete eye exam.

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Baseline eye exams for adults

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If your eyes are healthy and vision is good, you should have a complete exam by your ophthalmologist once in your 20s and twice in your 30s.

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There are some exceptions:

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- If you have an infection, injury, or eye pain, or you notice sudden floaters and flashes or patterns of light, call your     ophthalmologist.
- If you wear contact lenses, see your eye specialist every year.
- If you have diabetes or have a family history of eye disease, talk with your ophthalmologist about how often your eyes should   be examined.