How often should I get an eye exam?

If you have healthy eyes, aim to have:

An eye exam in your 20s
Two eye exams in your 30s
An eye exam at age 40
Based on the results, your eye doctor can advise when you should get your eyes checked again.

Once you’re 65, have your eyes checked every one or two years.
You’ll need an eye exam more often if you have:

Diabetes
High blood pressure
A family history of eye disease
Contact lenses
If you notice changes in your vision, have an eye injury, or think you have an eye infection, see an eye doctor right away.

Babies and children need to have their eyes checked, too. Talk to your child’s doctor about the guidelines to follow.