Eye Exams
The doctors and staff at Discover Vision Centers are specially trained to provide you with a complete spectrum of eye care. Maintaining a routine eye exam is the best way to determine the health of your eye. Annual exams assist in the protection of your eyes, detecting any problems and treating at the earliest stage.
How often do I need an Eye Exam?
The need and frequency of eye exams vary with age, race, medical history, occupation and other factors. Regularity should be determined between you and your eye doctor. The American Optometry Association recommends the following schedule for routine care.
| Age Exam Frequency | ||
| Infant/Toddler | 0-24 months | By 6 months of age |
| Preschool | 2-5 years | At 3 years of age |
| School age | 6-18 years | Before first grade and every two years thereafter |
| Adults | 19-40 years | Every two to three years |
| Adults | 41-60 years | Every two years |
| Adults | 61+ years | Annually |
People with certain risk factors may need to see an eye doctor more than others. Risk factors include:
- Family history of eye problems
- African-American over the age of 40
- Diabetes
- Previous eye injury
If you or a family member is due for an eye exam, call 816.478.1230 today to schedule an appointment.
