Eye exams are particularly vital for children, especially in the early years. After all, an optometrist can diagnose vision problems that kids may not be able to express.
Children spend the majority of their days learning and exploring the world around them. 80% of learning is visual, and a child with an undiagnosed vision problem may experience issues at school, affecting schoolwork, behaviour, and self-esteem.
At Glencoe Optometrists, we can help to monitor your child’s vision and provide support or treatment at the earliest opportunity, should they need it.
Contact our team to book your child’s eye exam today!
Your child’s young eyes require special attention and care, and routine eye exams in the early years are beneficial for their visual health. The frequency of your child’s eye exams will depend on their specific vision needs and may change as they grow.
As a baseline, we follow the Canadian Association of Optometrists’ recommendations for children, which include:
Kids grow up fast, and their eyes grow right alongside them. Parents and optometrists must keep a close eye on their children’s visual health to identify potential problems at the earliest possible stage. Depending on their age, parents should watch for certain signs and symptoms between visits to the optometrist.
If you notice any of these symptoms in your child, book an eye exam with one of our compassionate and knowledgeable doctors.
Does your child get nervous about eye exams? At Glencoe Optometrists, we strive to make our youngest patients feel as comfortable as possible.
Our eye doctors take the time to explain all the fascinating technologies used in the exam room. Once your child feels at ease, they’ll start to see their eye appointments as an exciting and interesting learning experience.
Contact us today with any questions about our children’s eye exams.
Let’s work together for a lifetime of healthy vision for our youngest patients! Book your child’s eye exam today.
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