Six One Six Vision Center

Your eyes allow you to perform tasks safely and with ease. One way to ensure they remain as healthy as possible is by getting regular eye exams. They help track changes in your vision and allow you to treat eye conditions in their early stages. Asking questions during your appointment will help you know more about your eyes and the best ways to care for them. 

Here are questions you should ask your eye doctor the next time you visit them. 

What Can I Do to Improve My Eye Health?

Regardless of your risk of developing eye conditions, you should take a proactive approach toward your eye health and vision. Expect your eye doctors to discuss things you can do to keep your eyes healthy if you are at risk of age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma and diabetes. They might suggest additional tests and present you with options ideal for your eye care needs. 

How Are My Digital Devices Affecting My Eyes?

Jobs, work and even leisure activities can involve the use of electronics. However, prolonged exposure to these devices can lead to digital eye strain. Common symptoms of this eye condition include dry eyes, blurred vision, headaches and neck and shoulder pain. Making changes to your workstation, improving lighting, adjusting display settings and taking breaks from computer screens can ease these symptoms. Uncorrected vision problems and outdated prescription eyewear can also contribute to digital eye strain, making it even more important to see your optometrist regularly. 

Are There Things I Can Do to Protect My Eyes?

When you ask your eye doctor about how you can protect your eyes, they will educate you on eye safety, proper contact lens wear and the importance of good hygiene. Eye care experts strongly recommend wearing ultraviolet (UV) blocking glasses when heading outdoors. If your job requires using high-power tools or handling chemicals, you must wear appropriate eye protection. 

When Should I Schedule My Next Appointment?

Your eye doctor will consider several factors to decide on the ideal eye exam schedule for you. Older individuals and people with existing medical conditions might need to see their eye doctor more frequently. It’s the same for those with a family history of eye conditions like glaucoma and macular degeneration. Keeping up with this schedule is essential to maintaining good eye health and vision. 

At Six One Six Vision Center, we offer eye care services tailored to your needs and goals. We offer a full range of eye care services, including fitting eyeglasses and contact lenses, treatment for eye conditions and more! Call or text at (208) 514-1858 or schedule on our website here to make an appointment.