The Importance of Eye Care and Checkups

Over 61% of the US population need corrective lenses, but many people do not even realize they have eye problems because vision deterioration is usually gradual. At Liberty Eye Care in Athens, TN, we provide eye exams and regular eye care to help detect any conditions or diseases and preserve your vision.

Importance of Regular Eye Care and Eye Exams

A change in your vision could significantly affect your life. Regular comprehensive eye exams help identify eye conditions long before you experience noticeable symptoms. During an eye exam, our optometrist will check for factors such as:

• Eye-muscle balance
• Visual acuity
• Ocular motility
• Refractive errors
• Depth perception
• Ocular physiology

Many diseases and eye conditions such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal detachment, and cataracts are detected through eye examinations.

How Often Should You Visit Our Optometrist?

We recommend that everyone have an eye exam every year. However, children who display ocular symptoms might require more frequent pediatric eye care. Annual eye exams are especially critical for children under 21 due to their still-developing eyes and vision, as well as for adults over 60, since they are more susceptible to age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, and other eye conditions. You will need to see an eye doctor right away if you experience symptoms such as blur, loss of vision, floaters, or flashing light in your eye. Those diagnosed with hypertension, diabetes, and thyroid disease also need to see an eye doctor more often.

Contact Us for an Appointment Today

At Liberty Eye Care in Athens, TN, we provide eye exams and treatments such as glasses or contacts to help improve your vision and overall eye health. To learn more about our services or to schedule your appointment, call us at (423) 436-8972 today. When you’re seeking an optometrist, we look forward to assisting you!