CONWAY— Your primary care doctor may have done a quick vision screening at your last physical, or your little one may have had a screening at school. However, screenings can miss important issues that need to be addressed with a comprehensive eye exam in order to preserve a lifetime of clear vision and overall ocular health.
What’s included in a comprehensive eye exam?
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