PEDIATRIC EYE EXAMINATION

The Ontario College of Optometrists recommends children have their first eye exam at 6 to 9 months.

 

Vision screenings by pediatricians or family doctors do not constitute fully comprehensive eye exams.

 

One in four children starting kindergarten may experience learning difficulties due to visual impairment, and without a proper eye exam, it will be impossible to diagnose vision problems that may be causing difficulties for the child.

 

Common risk factors for vision problems include:

• Premature birth

• Developmental delays

• Complications during pregnancy or delivery

• Turned or crossed eyes

• Family history of eye disease and wearing glasses

• Eye injury

• Medical conditions

• Increased screen time and less time spent outdoors

 

During your child’s eye exam, Dr Chiu will review the following with you:

• Assessment of eye synchronicity, focusing & tracking

• Eyeglass prescription when required (may involve a dilated exam)

• Eye health evaluation for common eye diseases and overall health

• Personalized consultation to discuss results, preventative measures and vision solutions (including glasses, contact lenses, Myopia Control, vision therapy)

 

Children aged 0-19 are covered through OHIP covers one full eye exam ONCE a year up to the age of 19.

 

Please bring the following to your child’s appointment:

• Your child’s current glasses

• Contact lens and solution information

• A list of current medications and vitamins