Most adults should have a comprehensive eye exam once a year. Annual checkups help detect vision changes, dry eye, glaucoma, and other conditions early. At Dau Family Eye Care, our doctors recommend yearly exams for children and adults to protect long-term vision.
Blurry vision, headaches, eye strain, squinting, or trouble seeing at night are common signs. If you notice these symptoms, it’s time for an updated exam.
Yes—when fitted properly and used as directed. Dau Family Eye Care specializes in custom and medically necessary contact lenses for safe, clear vision.
Dry eye can be caused by screen time, allergies, medications, aging, or tear-gland issues. Dau Family Eye Care offers IPL/RF therapy, Optase products, and prescription options.
Wear 100% UVA/UVB-blocking sunglasses whenever you're outdoors. UV protection reduces the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration.
Dilation allows your doctor to examine the retina, optic nerve, and blood vessels, detecting early signs of serious conditions.
Myopia in children can be slowed, and adults can protect eye health with annual exams, UV protection, and good nutrition.
Mild blur can be normal from dryness or overnight swelling. Persistent blur should be evaluated.
Rinse with clean water or saline. Do not rub your eye. If irritation continues, call Dau Family Eye Care.
Optometrists provide exams, prescribe lenses, and treat many eye conditions. Ophthalmologists perform surgical procedures.
Digital eye strain causes dryness, headaches, and blurry vision. Use the 20-20-20 rule and consider Neurolens or blue-light lenses.
Glare, cloudy vision, night driving difficulty, and frequent prescription changes are common symptoms.
LASIK works best for adults with stable prescriptions and healthy corneas. Your doctor can evaluate your suitability.
Leafy greens, citrus fruits, omega-3s, and vitamins A, C, E, and zinc support eye health.
Get annual eye exams, especially after age 40. Maintain healthy blood pressure and follow prescribed treatments.
Floaters are often normal, but flashes or sudden changes may indicate a retinal tear and require immediate evaluation.
Clean glasses daily and store safely. For contacts, wash hands, replace lenses on schedule, and avoid sleeping in lenses.
Most vision plans cover annual exams and eyewear. Medical insurance may cover problem-related visits.
Redness can come from dryness, allergies, infections, or broken blood vessels.
Screens cause strain but don’t permanently damage eyes. Breaks and proper lighting help.
Children should have exams at 6–12 months, at age 3, and yearly thereafter.
Kids’ vision changes quickly—annual exams are recommended.
Most twitching is due to stress, caffeine, or fatigue. Persistent twitching should be evaluated.
Squinting, rubbing eyes, headaches, or sitting close to screens may indicate the need for glasses.
Not wearing glasses can cause strain, headaches, and worsening performance at school or work.
Choose 100% UVA/UVB-blocking lenses, ideally polarized.
Nearsightedness means clear near vision and blurry distance vision. Farsightedness is the opposite.
