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Children’s Eye Exams
Children’s Eye exams
Ensuring Bright Futures
An eye exam is an important part of your health and the same goes for children. The majority of children’s learning is visual. If a child is not seeing properly, their learning can be compromised. At Optical Studio, we understand the importance of children’s eye exams and are dedicated in their overall eye health.
importance of early eye exams
Little Eyes, Big Care
Children’s eyes undergo significant changes as they grow, which is why their eye health requires special attention. It is recommended by the Alberta Association of Optometrists that a child should receive their first eye exam between six and nine months of age. If no concerns are seen at this appointment, the next exam should be between the ages of two and five with yearly exams following. These examinations are covered by Alberta Health Care until a child’s 19th birthday.
Early detection of Conditions and treatment
Building Strong Visual Foundations
One of the primary reasons for scheduling routine eye exams for kids is early detection. Below are conditions that can be treated effectively when detected early. These conditions, if left untreated, can impede development of the eyes and lead to permanent vision loss or lifelong visual impairments.
Preparing for an eye exam
Caring for Mini Sightseers
We understand that children may be anxious when visiting the eye doctor. As licensed optometrists in Alberta, our team is passionate about educating parents and caregivers on the significance of regular eye exams for their little ones.
Eye exams go beyond seeing how well a child’s vision is. These comprehensive appointments look at the overall eye health, eye coordination, eye muscle function, focusing abilities, depth perception, and colour vision as well as the visual acuity. Although a child may not be able to read the letters on the eye chart, our optometrists are able to complete the appointment with no verbal response.
Eyeglass options
See the World in Style
If eyeglasses are recommended during the eye exam, we have a large selection of children frames in Lethbridge. Our brand selection includes:
