Even If You See Fine, You Still Need an Eye Exam
Because protecting your vision is easier (and far safer) than repairing it.
Most people assume they only need an eye exam when something feels “wrong.” But in reality, the most dangerous eye diseases show no early symptoms at all — and by the time vision changes become noticeable, damage may already be permanent.
That’s why at Progressive Eye Care in South Jordan, we encourage patients from Herriman, Riverton, West Jordan, Sandy, and Draper to come in every year, even if they feel their vision hasn’t changed. Annual comprehensive eye exams are one of the simplest and most powerful ways to safeguard lifelong vision and whole-body health.
Today, we’re breaking down why yearly exams matter — and why “I see fine” is never a good reason to skip them.
1. Silent Eye Diseases Often Show No Symptoms
Some of the most serious eye conditions develop quietly, without pain or early warning signs:
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Glaucoma (“the silent thief of sight”)
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Diabetic eye disease
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Macular degeneration
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Retinal tears or detachments
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High eye pressure
A comprehensive exam allows our doctors — Dr. Jeff Broadhead, OD, Dr. Michael Hope, OD, Dr. Michael Chism, OD, and Dr. Ana Schroeder, OD — to detect these issues long before vision is affected.
Early detection can mean the difference between easy treatment and lifelong vision loss.
2. Your Vision Changes More Than You Realize
Even if your eyesight feels “good enough,” subtle changes can cause:
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Headaches
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Eyestrain
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Fatigue
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Difficulty reading fine print
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Night driving issues
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Unnecessary squinting
These are often early signs that your prescription needs adjusting — or that something deeper is going on. An annual exam keeps you seeing clearly, comfortably, and confidently.
3. Comprehensive Exams Reveal More Than Just Vision Issues
Your eyes are the only place in the body where blood vessels and nerves can be directly observed without surgery. That makes eye exams a powerful tool for detecting early signs of:
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High blood pressure
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Diabetes
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High cholesterol
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Autoimmune issues
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Neurological problems
Many Utah patients first discover these systemic conditions during their eye exam.
4. Kids Need Eye Exams Even If They Pass School Screenings
Passing a school vision test doesn’t mean a child’s eyes are healthy. Screenings only check simple distance vision — not the more complex skills needed for reading and learning.
Our doctors check for:
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Focusing issues
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Eye teaming and tracking
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Early signs of nearsightedness (myopia)
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Eye strain from digital learning
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Lazy eye or eye alignment problems
A yearly eye exam can prevent academic frustration and improve long-term visual development.
5. Annual Exams Protect Your Long-Term Vision
Vision changes happen gradually. Regular exams create a baseline and allow our doctors to monitor even the smallest shifts.
This helps us:
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Track changes over time
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Prevent avoidable problems
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Adjust your prescriptions accurately
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Catch diseases when they’re easiest to treat
Your future vision depends on what you do today.
Why Choose Progressive Eye Care?
For over 20 years, families across South Jordan, Herriman, Riverton, West Jordan, Sandy, and Draper have trusted our team because we offer:
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Advanced diagnostic technology
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A warm, patient-centered approach
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Same-day and convenient scheduling
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A full-service optical center
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Leading expertise in medical eye care
Our team is committed to making your exam thorough, comfortable, and meaningful.
What To Do Next — Protect Your Vision for the Year Ahead
Healthy eyes don’t stay that way by accident. A comprehensive eye exam is the easiest way to protect your sight and catch problems before they become serious.
📞 Call us today: 801-676-2020
or
📅 Schedule online 24/7 at www.progressive-eyecare.net
Your future self — and your future vision — will thank you.
