Your eyes change quietly over time — often without any obvious warning. A routine eye test is the single best way to catch problems early, keep your prescription accurate, and protect your long-term vision. But how often is “often enough”? The answer depends on your age, lifestyle and eye health.
Recommended Eye Test Frequency by Age
For most healthy adults between 18 and 40, an eye test once every two years is enough. After 40, vision changes speed up, so an annual check is wise. Children should be tested before starting school and every year after, since undetected vision issues directly affect learning.
- Children (5–18): Every 12 months
- Adults (18–40): Every 1–2 years
- Adults (40–60): Every year
- Seniors (60+): Every year, or as advised
Signs You Shouldn’t Wait
Book a test sooner if you notice frequent headaches, blurred or double vision, eye strain after screen work, difficulty seeing at night, or you find yourself squinting to read. These are your eyes asking for help.
Why Regular Tests Matter Beyond Glasses
A comprehensive eye exam does more than update your prescription. It can reveal early signs of glaucoma, diabetes, high blood pressure and other conditions — often before you feel any symptoms. Think of it as a health check that happens to involve your vision.
At Eye Station Opticians, our computerised eye test is thorough, quick and completely free. Walk in at our Science City Road store and let our optometrists take care of the rest.
