The Importance of Eye Exams to Protect Your Child Against Vision Problems

Going back to school should be a positive part of your child’s life but if they can't see well, this can negatively affect grades, socializing, and more. An optometrist on our team at Family Vision Center in Bridgeport, CT, and Stratford, CT can provide your child with professional back-to-school eye exams. Consider how important these can be for academic achievement.

Boost Self-Confidence

Children who can't see clearly may have less self-confidence in doing homework or taking tests and making friends at school. An eye exam can uncover vision problems in your child and allow us to correct them so that your child can approach work and play without feeling tied back by poor eyesight.

Improve Learning Abilities

Having poor vision can make it a challenge to see tests and complete homework. This can cause children to fall behind. However, children who have outstanding vision may understand homework and test problems better.

Prevent Digital Eye Strain

Digital eye strain (otherwise known as computer vision syndrome) can affect your child's eye health and quality of life. A few symptoms include dry eyes, headaches, eye pain, blurred vision, and more. An eye doctor on our team can give your child a back-to-school eye exam and tips to manage digital eye strain if necessary.

Common Signs that Your Child Might Need Eye Care

It can be difficult to tell what might be causing your child’s academic challenges. In fact, you might not even notice any signs at all especially if don’t  know what to look for. Here are some common signs that your child needs corrective glasses or contact lenses:

• Closing one eye very often
• Squinting
• Having trouble seeing things that are in the distance
• Turning or tilting the head regularly
• Excessive eye rubbing
• Eyes don't move together; they drift or cross

Schedule an Eye Exam

If you are ready to help our child have good vision, an optometrist at Family Vision Center Stratford, CT or Bridgeport, CT can help by giving your child a back-to-school eye exam. Call us today at:

Stratford, CT (203) 377-2020

Bridgeport, CT  (203) 333-2020