How Often Should You Get an Eye Exam?

Why Regular Eye Exams Matter

A routine eye exam does more than check whether you need glasses or contact lenses. It helps us evaluate how clearly you see, how well your eyes work together, and whether there are early signs of eye disease. Many eye conditions develop slowly and may not cause obvious symptoms at first, which is why consistent care is so important.
 

At Lakhani Vision Care, we use eye exams to help patients protect their vision, update prescriptions, and stay informed about their overall eye health.
 

How Often Adults Should Schedule Eye Exams

Most adults should schedule a comprehensive eye exam every one to two years, depending on their age, vision needs, health history, and risk factors. If you wear glasses or contact lenses, yearly exams are usually recommended to make sure your prescription is current and your eyes are staying healthy.
 

Adults with diabetes, high blood pressure, a family history of eye disease, or symptoms like blurry vision, headaches, eye strain, floaters, or light flashes may need exams more often.
 

Eye Exams for Children and Teens

Children’s vision can affect learning, reading, sports, and confidence in the classroom. Even if a child passes a school vision screening, that does not always mean their eyes are healthy or working comfortably together.
 

We recommend that children have regular comprehensive eye exams, especially before school starts or if parents notice squinting, frequent headaches, eye rubbing, sitting close to screens, or trouble focusing on schoolwork. Teens may also need more frequent visits if their prescription changes quickly or they spend long hours on digital devices.
 

When You Should Not Wait for Your Next Exam

Some symptoms should be checked sooner rather than waiting for a routine appointment. Schedule an eye exam if you notice:

• Sudden blurry vision or vision loss
• Eye pain, redness, or swelling
• New floaters, flashes, or shadows in your vision
• Frequent headaches or eye strain
• Trouble seeing at night
• Dry, irritated, or watery eyes
• Changes in your glasses or contact lens comfort

Early evaluation can help us identify what is causing the problem and recommend the right next step.
 

Eye Exams for Contact Lens Wearers

If you wear contact lenses, a yearly eye exam is especially important. Contact lenses sit directly on the eyes, so we need to check the fit, prescription, corneal health, and overall comfort. Even if your lenses feel fine, small changes in the eye can affect how safely and clearly you wear them.
 

A contact lens exam also gives us the opportunity to discuss newer lens materials, updated prescriptions, and options that may better fit your lifestyle.
 

How Eye Health Changes Over Time

Your eye care needs can change with age. Adults may start noticing more difficulty reading up close, increased dryness, or changes in night vision. Later in life, the risk of cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic eye disease can increase.
 

Regular eye exams help us monitor these changes and catch potential concerns before they begin interfering with daily life.
 

Making Eye Exams Part of Preventive Care

The best schedule for eye exams is personal. During your visit, we can recommend how often you should return based on your vision, medical history, age, and any concerns we find during the exam. Staying consistent with care helps us protect your sight and support comfortable, clear vision year after year.
 

To schedule a comprehensive eye exam, contact Lakhani Vision Care in Marietta, Georgia, at 4475 Roswell Road Suite 1430 by calling (770) 509-9932.