The Importance of Regular Eye Exams for Cornea Care

Reviewed By: Vinay Gutti, MD
Much like routine physical examinations, regular eye exams play a critical role in protecting your ocular health. Many people mistakenly believe these evaluations are unnecessary unless their vision is severely impaired. However, this could not be further from the truth. Eye exams offer much more than a simple vision check; they provide a comprehensive eye health assessment. And your eye health can be the key to uncovering details about your overall health.

Reviewed By: Vinay Gutti, MD
As the eye’s transparent outer layer, the cornea plays an essential role in optical function. However, like any part of the body, it can be affected (and damaged) by endless factors throughout life, later manifesting a serious condition. Understanding these four common conditions and proper cornea care may help preserve lifelong vision if you or someone you know is a cornea patient.