Services: Just for Kids
Eye exams for children are extremely important. Early identification of a child’s vision problem can be crucial because children often are more responsive to treatment when they are diagnosed early. According to the American Optometric Association (AOA), infants should have their first comprehensive eye exam at six months of age. This is because, while rare, there are eye conditions in babies that can keep vision from developing normally. These irregularities are often not detected by pediatricians but are most correctable at a young age. Our doctors and the rest of the A to Z Eye Care Team have experience working with infants and children. We do our best to provide a comfortable and fun visit for our little ones!
Whether your child is 6 months old or in elementary school, we will design the perfect visit in order to perform a complete Eye Examination. It is remarkable what vision concerns can be evaluated on infants and children with the specific tools and techniques available in our office. Please inquire about our complimentary eye exams today!
Our Eye Exams are conducted to detect the possible presence of these types of eye problems commonly found in young children:
• Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)
• Strabismus (Misalignment of eyes)
• Convergence Insufficiency (Inability to maintain alignment of both eyes for correct focus as distant objects move nearer.)
• Accommodation (Focusing), Color Vision, and/or Depth Perception problems
• Overall prescription evaluation to determine correction and significant differences which sometimes lead to above mentioned concerns
• General Eye and Eyelid Health
When scheduling an eye exam for your child, make sure to choose a time when he or she is usually alert and happy. Through regular eye exams and thorough education, we are confident that we can help in your child’s future well-being!