When it comes to routine medical visits, it appears that family doctors and dentists are far more popular than optometrists.
Some people mistakenly believe that eye exams are only necessary for those who wear glasses or who have eye disease. But the truth is, annual eye exams are important for all individuals, especially after the age of 40.
How Many People Are Having Regular Eye Exams?
According to a 2017 report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, of all the adults at high risk of developing serious eye diseases, only 40% visited an eye health professional for an eye exam.
These adults were prone to developing vision loss due to diseases like age-related macular degeneration and diabetic macular edema — conditions only detectable through a comprehensive eye exam.
A 2016 poll conducted by the American Academy of Ophthalmology found that 64% of American adults experience visual symptoms like blurry vision, poor night vision, double vision, seeing flashes, reading difficulties and red eyes. Yet only 13% of those adults had visited their eye doctor for an examination and treatment.
Why You Shouldn’t Skip Your Next Routine Eye Exam
Whether you’re at risk of developing eye disease or not, routine eye exams are the best way to maintain healthy vision for a lifetime.
Many sight-threatening eye conditions and diseases like macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts and diabetic retinopathy start silently, without any obvious symptoms. In many cases, starting treatment only after symptoms present can mean a less optimal outcome.
Early detection and treatment can prevent permanent vision loss, so don’t wait until your vision changes to visit your optometrist.
If it’s been a year since your last comprehensive eye exam, call Yesnick Vision Center in Las Vegas to schedule one today!
At Yesnick Vision Center, we put your family's needs first. Talk to us about how we can help you maintain healthy vision. Call us today: 702-500-0525 or book an appointment online to see one of our Las Vegas eye doctors.
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