Pediatric Eye Exams: A Foundation for Healthy Vision
At Vancouver Vision Clinic, we understand the importance of early detection for maintaining your child's vision health. Our pediatric eye exams diagnose and treat vision issues that could impact your child's development and overall well-being.
Our pediatric eye care services provide gentle assessments tailored to meet the needs of children at different developmental stages. Our goal is to ensure their visual system stays healthy as they grow.
Why Early and Regular Eye Exams Are Essential
Regular eye exams are vital for detecting vision problems early, which can significantly affect your child's learning and development. Early diagnosis and treatment of vision issues by a kids' eye doctor can:
Boost Academic Success: Clear vision is essential for reading, writing, and classroom learning
Enhance Physical Activity: Proper vision supports coordination and participation in sports and physical activities
Improve Quality of Life: Good vision improves social interactions, confidence, and happiness
Eye Exams for Infants & Toddlers (0-2 Years)
Early eye exams are critical for detecting congenital eye conditions and ensuring proper visual development. Our comprehensive exams for infants and toddlers include:
- Eye Alignment Checks: Ensuring proper eye alignment and coordination to prevent eye misalignment like crossed eyes, which is essential for overall visual development
- Pupil Response Evaluation: Assessing how your baby's eyes respond to light to identify potential issues
- Retinoscopy: Examining the retina and optic nerve for any abnormalities that could affect vision
Eye Exams for Preschoolers (3-5 Years)
Preschoolers are at a key stage for visual development. Early detection of vision problems can prevent future learning difficulties. Our exams for preschoolers include:
- Visual Acuity Tests: Measuring how well your child can see at various distances to detect refractive errors.
- Color Vision Screening: Identifying any color vision deficiencies early on
- Depth Perception Tests: Check your child's ability to judge distances accurately, which is important for many activities
Eye Exams for School-Age Children (6-12 Years)
Clear vision is essential for academic achievement and everyday activities in school-age children. Our detailed exams include:
- Refraction Testing: Determining the correct prescription for glasses or contacts to address blurred vision
- Comprehensive Eye Health Check: Screening for eye diseases and conditions that could affect vision
- Binocular Vision Assessment: Ensuring both eyes work together properly, detecting issues like eye misalignment and wall-eyed conditions early
Eye Exams for Teens (13-18 Years)
Teenagers often face changes in their vision due to growth and increased use of digital devices. Our thorough exams for teens include:
- Contact Lens Fittings: Assess whether contact lenses are suitable for your teen and ensure a proper fit
- Digital Eye Strain Evaluation: Identifying and addressing symptoms of digital eye strain, providing effective solutions
- Comprehensive Vision Assessment: Detecting any refractive errors and ensuring optimal visual clarity
Our eye care professionals at Vancouver Vision Clinic are committed to providing the highest level of care. Request an appointment to support your child’s vision health and overall development