Putting off finding the right vision plans can be tempting, especially if you do not currently wear glasses or use contacts. You may wonder why a vision plan even matters to you. Regular preventative care, like an annual eye exam, is crucial to discovering vision issues or eye diseases before they become expensive or even untreatable. Just like going to the dentist twice a year, seeing an optometrist annually will save you money and keep you healthy in the long run. When you do schedule your annual eye exam, preparing for your appointment in advance will help you get the most bang for your buck, now and in the future.

Vision Plans: Important Elements of Eye Exams

It’s important to note whether you have had any issues with double or blurry vision, seeing flashes of light, or bad night vision. If you have problems judging the distance between you and objects, or between two points, or you have a hard time telling the difference between reds and greens, you need to share this with the optometrist as well. And of course, if you have any issues with your vision that keep you from doing things (like driving at night), it’s imperative to bring them up at your appointment.

If, at your appointment, you are prescribed glasses or contacts for the first time, ask your optometrist to take the time to walk you through the proper care of each. You should also ask if he or she feels like you are a good candidate for laser vision correction, and if so, how the process works, especially in conjunction with your vision plan.

Another important aspect of your annual eye exam is either discussing with or updating your doctor on any family health issues that could be of concern, such as diabetes, high blood pressure or a history of eye problems. Certain illnesses, like diabetes, can directly impact your eyesight, so it’s an important risk factor for your optometrist to be made aware of.

If you already wear glasses or contacts, or you regularly use reading glasses, bring them to your appointment. You’ll also want to make a list of all of the medications that you take regularly, as side effects from these medications may include changes to vision. Additionally, if there are any aspects of your job or hobbies they may have an impact on your vision, such as prolonged computer use, exposure to chemicals or high-contact sports, it’s important to let your optometrist know about those as well.

Contact Best Dental Direct for Help With Your Vision Plan

To ensure that you’re getting the most out of your vision plan or to find out more about the getting your first vision plan, call us at Best Dental Direct at 817-779-7000 to ask about our affordable vision plans.