When most people think about an annual eye exam, they think about updating their glasses or contact lens prescription. But your annual eye exam is much more than that — it is a comprehensive medical evaluation that can detect early signs of disease before symptoms even begin.
Your eyes are one of the few places in the body where a doctor can directly view blood vessels, nerves, and active tissue — without surgery. Because of this, your eye exam can also reveal early signs of conditions related to diabetes, blood pressure, autoimmune diseases, and more.
What Does an Annual Eye Exam Include?
A comprehensive annual eye exam may include:
- Retinal imaging or dilation
- Glaucoma screening and eye pressure check
- Evaluation of the optic nerve
- Assessment of the retina, macula, and blood vessels
- Review of medical history + symptoms
These tests help identify problems early — when they are most treatable.
Early Detection Can Save Your Sight
Many sight-threatening conditions start quietly.
You may not feel pain. You may not notice anything is wrong.
Some of the most common examples include:
- Glaucoma
- Cataracts
- Dry eye disease
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Macular degeneration
- Retinal tears or detachments
By the time symptoms become noticeable, permanent damage may already have occurred.
This is why yearly exams are crucial — they help protect your vision long-term.
Take One Hour a Year to Protect a Lifetime of Sight
If it’s been over a year since your last exam — or if you’ve noticed new dryness, pressure, floaters, or blurry spots — this is the time to schedule your annual eye exam.
Your vision is precious — it deserves consistent medical care.
Schedule your annual eye exam with Dr. Jallow today.