2330 N Amidon Ave, Wichita, KS 67204

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2635 W Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS 67213

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415 SE Louis Dr, Mulvane, KS 67110

(316) 942-7496

8150 E Douglas Ave Ste 50, Wichita, KS 67206

(316) 942-7496

Wichita Optometry P.A.

(316) 942-7496

Eye and Vision Exams

Most people focus on blood pressure, blood sugar, weight, and other vitals during a general health checkup. Rarely will one ask for a random eye exam, especially if they neither wear glasses nor have symptoms of eye issues. However, getting an eye exam is as important as checking your blood pressure. The eyes tell a lot about your general health. Blurry vision, for example, could hint at underlying health issues like diabetes, stroke, low blood sugar, multiple sclerosis, and more. Visit Wichita Optometry for comprehensive eye and vision exams. Read on for more on what to expect during an eye exam. 

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When Should You Have an Eye Exam?

If you have no previous eye issues, you may not need an eye exam as often as a blood pressure check. However, below is a brief breakdown of when one should have an eye exam.

Eye and Vision Exam for Children

Kids’ eyes grow super-fast along with the rest of their bodies. The best time to identify irregularities of the body or the eyes before they become a huge problem is during childhood through regular eye screening. A child should undergo a complete eye and vision exam at least four times, between 0 months to five years, through different milestones. We offer complete eye and vision exams for children following specific guidelines as per the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus guidelines.

Eye and Vision Exam for Adults

Even when you have clear eyesight with no symptoms of eye issues, it’s advisable to undergo a complete eye exam at least once during your 20s and once in your 30s. The frequency of eye checkups increases as you grow older. Other reasons you should have a complete eye and vision exam as an adult include:

    • When you have an eye infection or eye pain

    • When you start seeing flashes, light patterns, or floaters in the air

    • You wear contact lenses or eyeglasses

    • You have a pre-existing eye issue

    • You have diabetes, hypertension, migraines, or other serious health issues

    • You are from a family with a strong history of eye disease

 

Early diagnosis and treatment of various eye issues contribute significantly to preserving your vision. If you have any of the above issues, consider undergoing comprehensive eye and vision exams once every year.

What Our Optometrists Check for

Complete eye and vision exams take about 40 to 90 minutes. The optometrist performs various eye tests and asks questions regarding your general health. A typical eye exam includes the following:

    • Answering questions about your medical history

    • Checking for visual acuity

    • Checking for pupil responsiveness

    • Checking for eye movement

    • Inspecting your side vision

    • Checking eye pressure

    • Checking your retina and optic nerve

If necessary, the optometrist will perform a series of additional tests and imaging techniques to identify eye irregularities you may have. The goal is to have enough information to either give you a clean bill of eye health or to conclude that a particular eye/health issue needs attention.

Contact Wichita Optometry Center in Wichita, KS

Eye and vision exams are a necessary step towards a good eye care routine. Contact us at Wichita Optometry Center for comprehensive eye and vision exams in Wichita, KS.