Regular visits to your eye doctor can help prevent major vision problems, as well as help you out in your day-to-day life. Here are some of the reasons you might be putting off going to the ophthalmologist, and why you should make an appointment as soon as possible.
YOU DON’T WANT TO WEAR GLASSES
Many Americans have grown up watching television shows that make fun of characters who wear thick glasses and display geeky tendencies. For example, many will recall the character Steve Urkel from Family Matters, who wore high-waisted pants with red suspenders, spoke with a nasally voice, and wore thick, chunky glasses.
Many people may dread the idea of wearing glasses and appearing awkward or socially unacceptable. Fortunately, you not only have a wide variety of lens shapes and frames to choose from, but you can also choose contact lenses if you can’t stand the idea of wearing eye glasses.
YOU FEEL THAT YOUR PRESCRIPTION DOESN’T NEED TO BE CHANGED
You might think that you don’t have to go back to the eye doctor because your prescription didn’t change last time you got your eyes examined. If you wear corrective lenses, especially if you are nearsighted, you may be at heightened risk for detached retina and other disorders of the eye. However, regular eye exams can catch these problems early on before permanent damage is done.
YOUR INSURANCE MAY NOT COVER EYE CARE
Some people will avoid making an eye appointment because they don’t have vision coverage on their insurance plans. While this factor is understandable, most eye exams are relatively low in cost, especially in comparison to expensive treatments you could need later on if an ocular disorder goes untreated.
YOU DON’T HAVE TIME FOR THE EYE DOCTOR
Lastly, some people choose not to visit the ophthalmologist because they have busy schedules and don’t think they have time for an eye exam. Keep in mind that if you fail to have your eyes examined regularly, you may have to take more time of your schedule later on if you need to have a serious procedure performed to treat advanced vision problems.