IMPORTANCE OF EYE EXAMINATION

For both adults and children eye examination is important for overall Heath assessment and maintenance. Eyes should be checked regularly to ensure that you are able to see as best as possible.

EYE EXAMINATION IS NECESSARY

❖ At birth

❖ Before entering school (age 3 years)

❖ At 15 years of age

❖ At 40 years of age

❖ And every year after 45 years

CHILDREN EYE EXAMINATION:

❖ It is recommended that infants have their eye health checked at birth

❖ Child should have their eye test between ages 3 and 3 ½ years before they start school.

❖ Every 6 months after that if they are using glasses,

❖ If they don’t use glasses and with no complaints, should get their eyes checked every 5 years.

ADULT EYE EXAMINATION:

❖ Adults who haven’t had vision problems should get an eye exam at the age of 40, thereafter have an eye tests every 1-2 years between the age of 40 and 54. After the age of 55, get tested every year.

❖ If you have diabetes, high blood pressure or family history of eye disease, don’t wait until you are 40 to have an eye exam.

EYE SCREENING FOR CHILDREN

IMPORTANCE OF VISION SCREENING:

Child vision is still developing and infections, misaligned eyes (squint) and refractive errors (Need for glasses) can harm the vision or lead to vision loss.