A comprehensive eye exam is about far more than confirming a prescription. Because the eyes are connected to the rest of the body, a thorough exam can catch early signs of conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and thyroid eye disease, sometimes before you notice any symptoms at all.
Dr. Amy Rudser and the team at Advanced Eye Care Professionals combine advanced diagnostic technology with an unhurried, education-focused approach, so every patient leaves understanding exactly what was found and why it matters.
A comprehensive exam goes well beyond a basic vision screening. During your visit, we evaluate:
Any findings are explained in plain language before you leave, along with next steps if further care is needed, such as our eye disease treatment services.
Recommendations have changed recently. The American Optometric Association updated its adult guideline in 2024 to recommend annual comprehensive eye exams for all adults 18 and older, a shift from the previous every-two-year standard for lower-risk adults. Children should have their eyes examined at 6 months, at age 3, before starting school, and then every year or two through age 18, depending on individual risk factors. Anyone with diabetes, a family history of eye disease, or existing vision correction may need more frequent visits, which Dr. Rudser will confirm at your appointment.
If you wear or are considering contact lenses, a separate contact lens exam and fitting ensures your contacts fit comfortably and correctly, since contact lens needs are evaluated differently than glasses prescriptions alone. Dr. Rudser will review which contact lens options fit your prescription and lifestyle as part of that visit.
Bring your current glasses or contact lenses, a list of medications, and any specific vision changes you have noticed, even minor ones like occasional blurriness or headaches, to your appointment. If it has been more than a year since your last exam, scheduling a visit is the most reliable way to catch a developing issue early.
Are you ready to up-level your eye care experience? Reach out to Advanced Eye Care Professionals for more information about our services. We’re happy to help!
