Signs Your Child May Need Glasses

Children’s eyes develop very fast. By their first birthday they should have fully functioning eyes. Eyesight is essential to the way children learn and observe their surroundings. Leaving eye conditions untreated may cause children to develop worsened vision or even permanent blindness.

There are indicative signs parents can watch for if they believe their child may be having problems with their eyes or vision:

Squinting is the most common sign of vision issues. When children squint to focus they are managing the amount and angle of light that enters into the eyes, and therefore the image that is produced.
Headaches that occur frequently in the brow area, behind the eyes, or temple area are often a symptom of eyestrain. Children may experience these after focusing on screens, books, or whiteboards while in school.
Most children should be able to see from a reasonable distance. Children who sit with their faces close to televisions, books, or other items that require focusing may need glasses.
Children that tilt their heads or cover one eye are usually correcting for a double image or muscular issue in the eye.
Bumping into things and poor hand-eye coordination may seem like a quirky trait, but consistent problems with motor skills are a telltale sign of vision issues.

When to Have Your Child’s Eyes Checked

Newborns cannot see the full spectrum of color immediately, they must develop this ability over the first couple months of life. Additionally, their eyes may be crossed intermittently or appear to “drift”; this is only a problem if the eyes do this continually. A newborn’s eyes should be checked at the initial pediatric visit and consistently thereafter, at each newborn wellness check-up.

Unless there is a noticeable problem that develops in the eyes, a full eye exam isn’t needed until babies are 6 months old. Older children over the age of 3 should be checked once a year for vision impairments or as soon as signs arise. AGC Pediatrics offers vision testing during wellness checks for children.

If vision problems exist, an eye doctor can determine prescriptions and make further recommendations for kid-friendly eyeglasses or treatment.

Contact AGC Pediatrics

Vision tests are an important aspect of every child’s health. Wellness checkups are great opportunities for parents and children to discuss health and ensure your child is developing appropriately.

AGC Pediatrics has two convenient locations. To learn more about services from AGC Pediatrics, call (706) 625-5900.

Signs Your Child May Need Glasses

When to Have Your Child’s Eyes Checked

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