When Should Your Kid Have Their 1st Eye Exam?

When Should Your Child Get Their FIRST Eye Exam? As a parent, you want to ensure your child's eyes are healthy and developing properly. But when is the right time for their first eye exam? In this video, we'll explore recommendations for pediatric eye exams and discuss the signs that may indicate your child needs an exam sooner rather than later. From detecting vision problems to identifying potential eye diseases, regular eye exams are crucial for your child's overall health. Watch to learn more about scheduling your child's first eye exam and setting them up for a lifetime of good eye health.

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hello and this is the tea with Dr t. When

should my kids have their first eye exam. Great question! i can see kids as young

as 6 months so if you ever see anything that you're concerned about like an eye

turn, spinting, tilting of their heads, bring them in sooner three is a good rule. Although there are some my doctors that don't see children and until. they're able to recognize shapes and

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also because of this, this, and, this if not three then at least by the time they start school and yearly after that, don't forget most of what they're

learning is through their vision sometimes vision problems can be masked as learning disabilities so get your

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kids in sooner rather than later. This is the tea with Dr. T and I'll see you next time

 

About the author

Dr. Nytarsha Thomas is an eye doctor and owner of Visionelle Eyecare. She specializes in whole-souled eyecare & designer frames.


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