When To Visit

When Should I See Dr. Tedford? You should have your eyes examined by Dr. Tedford if you have: decreased vision, even if temporary new floaters (black "strings" or specks in the vision) flashes of light curtain or veil blocking vision haloes (colored circles around lights) significant eye injury or eye pain bulging of one or both eyes crossed eyes double vision loss of peripheral vision diabetes mellitus AIDS thyroid disease-related eye problems (Graves' disease) family history of eye disease. You should also see Dr. Tedford if your family doctor, pediatrician or internist refers you to one. When there are no particular problems, recommended intervals for eye examinations are: Newborn, pre-school and pre-teen: Eye exams should be given by a pediatrician, family doctor or ophthalmologist at the following intervals: Eye exams should be given by a pediatrician, family doctor or ophthalmologist at the following intervals: newborn to 3 months 6 months to one year 3 years old 5 years old later as needed 20 to 29 years of age: At least once during this period; African Americans, because of greater risk for glaucoma, should be seen every 3 to 5 years. 30 to 39 years of age: At least twice during this period; African Americans, because of greater risk for glaucoma, should be seen every 2 to 4 years. 40 to 64 years of age: Every 2 to 4 years. 65 years or older: Every 1 to 2 years.		Why Dr. Tedford? · Friendly and compassionate staff · Professional atmosphere · Large private examining rooms · Disability access Office hours call from 9am to 4pm Monday 8:30am – 7pm Tuesday 8:30am – 5pm Wednesday 8:30am – 5 pm Thursday 2pm to 5pm Friday 8:30am – 4pm Saturday By Appointment Only

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