Pediatric Eye Care

Your child’s eyes play an important role in their growth, learning, and overall development. Early detection of vision issues is key to ensuring clear vision and supporting school performance and confidence. At ProVision Eye Associates, we provide expert pediatric eye care in a friendly environment designed to make every visit stress-free. Our pediatric eye specialists are committed to keeping your child’s vision healthy from early childhood through adolescence.

Why Choose ProVision Eye Associates as Your Pediatric Eye Doctor

Children’s eyes require more than just a routine eye exam—they need specialized attention to ensure proper vision development. Unlike a general eye doctor, a pediatric optometrist understands the unique needs of a child’s vision, including early detection of conditions like lazy eye or crossed eyes. Our comprehensive evaluations are tailored for kids, and our team takes pride in creating a positive experience for every child.

Benefits of choosing ProVision for pediatric eye care include:

  • Specialized care for developing eyes

  • Child-friendly exams and testing

  • Early detection of vision problems

What to Expect During Your Child’s Comprehensive Eye Exam

A pediatric eye exam is more than just a vision test. During the visit, our pediatric optometrist will perform a complete evaluation of your child’s eye health, including:

  • Checking visual acuity to ensure clear vision.

  • Performing a refraction assessment to identify refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism.

  • Examining the health of the retina and optic nerve using advanced diagnostic tools.

We understand that an eye exam can feel intimidating for young patients. That’s why we use age-appropriate techniques to keep children comfortable and engaged.

Common Pediatric Eye Conditions We Treat

Many vision issues in children can be corrected if detected early. Our pediatric eye specialists provide treatment for a wide range of conditions, including:

  • Amblyopia (Lazy Eye): Early intervention prevents permanent vision loss.

  • Strabismus (Crossed Eyes): Corrective treatments improve eye alignment and depth perception.

  • Refractive Errors: These conditions can include nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism, often corrected with glasses or contact lenses for children.

Regular children’s eye care ensures healthy eyes and optimal vision development, helping your child thrive in school and daily activities.

FAQs

  • Unlike general eye examinations, a pediatric eye exam is designed specifically for children’s eyes. Our pediatric optometrists use age-appropriate tests to evaluate vision, eye alignment, and overall eye health, ensuring early detection of eye disorders like lazy eye and eye misalignment.

  • Early exams are recommended for early detection of eye conditions. Throughout childhood and adolescence, routine eye exams should be scheduled every 1–2 years or as recommended by your pediatric eye doctor. At ProVision Eye Associates, we typically start seeing children at age 5.

  • Watch for signs such as squinting, frequent eye rubbing, head tilting, avoiding reading, or complaining of headaches. These may indicate an eye injury or condition.

  • Contact lenses may be an option for older children or teens. At ProVision Eye Associates, we offer MiSight Myopia Control, Abiliti CRT (Ortho-K), and other contact options that help correct refractive errors and slow the progression of myopia. Our pediatric eye specialists will determine if your child is ready for contacts, most children can start wearing them as early as 8 years old.

  • Most children should have an eye exam every 1–2 years. Children with diagnosed vision problems or risk factors, such as family history, may need more frequent checkups.

Schedule Your Child’s Eye Exam with ProVision Eye Associates Today

Protect your child’s vision with expert care from ProVision Eye Associates. Whether you’re scheduling a routine eye exam or addressing a vision problem, our team provides compassionate care in a welcoming, kid-friendly environment. Schedule an appointment today for a comprehensive eye exam to prioritize your child’s vision.