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Yearly eye examinations are recommended; unless you have a medical condition that can affect your eyes, then the doctor recommends every 6 months. The doctor not only examines your eyes to see if you need glasses, but also check the overall health of your eye. Some medical diagnosis' such as glaucoma, high blood pressure, diabetes, etc. can take an effect on your eyes. Our doctor will take a digital picture of your eyes, allowing him to get a closer look at your blood vessels, optic nerve, and macula. Taking these photographs can sometimes lead to early detection of common diseases such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetes, and cancer. The doctor also has available for contact lens wearers, patient who have had surgery or injury to their eyes, eye infections, cataracts, etc. a digital camera to take photos of the patient's cornea.