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Summer often brings a welcome change of pace. Kids are out of school, family schedules may be more flexible, and many people have more time to take care of appointments before the busy fall season begins. That makes summer an ideal time to schedule comprehensive eye exams for the whole family.

If your vision seems the same, it can be easy to put off your next eye exam. You may still read clearly, drive comfortably, and go through your day without noticing any major changes. However, clear vision does not always mean your eyes are healthy. Many subtle vision changes can go unnoticed, and some eye conditions develop gradually before symptoms become obvious. For patients in Excelsior, routine eye exams are an important part of protecting long-term vision and overall eye health.

If your child has been diagnosed with myopia (nearsightedness), you’re not alone. Myopia is becoming increasingly common in children, and it often progresses as they grow.

Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible vision loss and is often called the “silent thief of sight” because it develops slowly without noticeable symptoms. By the time vision changes occur, permanent damage may have already happened.