Most people wait until something feels wrong before booking an eye exam. Blurry vision, frequent headaches, squinting at screens — these are the moments that finally push someone to search "general eye exam near me." But the truth is, by the time you notice those symptoms, changes have often been building for months. If you live in Bayside, Queens or the Great Neck area, this guide covers exactly what to expect from a comprehensive eye exam, why annual visits matter more than