The Canadian Association of Optometrists recommends the following guideline for examination frequency of low-risk persons:
Infants and Toddlers (Birth to 24 months)
Infants and toddlers should undergo their first eye examination between the ages of 6 and 9 months.
Preschool Children (2 to 5 years)
Preschool children should undergo at least one eye examination between the ages of 2 and 5 years.
School Age Children (6 to 19 years)
School children aged 6 to 19 years should undergo an eye examination annually.
Adults (20 to 39 years)
Adults aged 20 to 39 years should undergo an eye examination every 2 to 3 years.
Adults (40 to 64 years)
Adults aged 40 to 64 years should undergo an eye examination every 2 years.
Adults (65 years or older)
Adults aged 65 years or older should undergo an eye examination annually.
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