Tag: Eyeglasses
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Too Much Time on Screens Could Be Causing Eye Damage
Focusing on a digital screen is much harder on your children’s eyes than looking at a piece of paper. Why, you may ask? When they look at a video screen with several moving parts, their eyes must move in multiple directions to keep up. This puts pressure on their eyes and can lead to lasting effects on their vision.
How could too much time on
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Children Who Play Video Games Need to Get Their Eyes Checked Every Year
With gaming systems and digital devices readily available in most households, children have never been more connected to technology. In fact, over 40 percent of children have their own tablets.
We recommend that children who play video games need to get their eyes checked every year, but why is this important?
What vision problems do video
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Why Playing Fortnite Every Day Could Hurt Your Children’s Eyes
Designed for children of all ages, Fortnite is a popular online game where players build forts and fend off zombie hordes. It is for the PlayStation, Xbox, personal computer, and even mobile devices.
Video games, such as Fortnite, can be a fun way to relax after school, but they can also lead to vision issues in the long term.
So, why
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At What Age Can a Child Go to the Optometrist?
As a parent, you want to make sure that all of your child’s needs are taken care of, and that includes their eye health. Whether your child is a newborn, toddler, or school-aged, you might wonder at what age a child can go to the eye doctor.
At what age can a child go to the optometrist?
If your child isn’t showing any signs of vision
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When Should I Have My Child’s Eyes Checked?
Your child’s eye health is as important as their physical health, so you might be wondering, ‘When should I have my child’s eyes checked?’ It’s vital to take your child to the eye doctor as regularly as possible to help treat any vision concerns, but just how frequently should they go?
When to Have Your Child’s Eyes Examined
When your
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Does My Child Need to Wear Glasses All the Time?
Has your child been reluctant to wear their new eyewear? As a parent, you may be wondering if it is worth it, or perhaps, ‘Does my child need to wear glasses all the time?’
Great news: depending on your child’s prescription, they may not need to wear their glasses daily.
Here’s what you need to know:
Does my child need
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How to Prepare Your Child for an Eye Exam
If your child is nervous about their trip to the eye doctor, you may be wondering how to prepare your child for an eye exam. Fortunately, we see thousands of children every year and are here to share insight from other parents who have had the same issue.
How should you prepare your child for an eye exam?
Step #1: Let your child know that
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How Long Does It Take for Children to Adjust to Glasses?
Getting new glasses can be both exciting and slightly uncomfortable for some children. If your child doesn’t like wearing their new glasses, they may need more time to adjust.
How long does it take for children to adjust to glasses?
Whether your child is new to glasses or has had a recent prescription change, the adjustment period
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How to Adjust Kids Glasses That You Bought Online
Buying glasses online is a popular option when it comes to new eyewear for your child. Chances are, we’ve all bought a pair of glasses online before, but what happens when these glasses come in, and they don’t fit your child’s face?
Though it’s recommended to have an eye care professional adjust your child’s frames, it’s helpful
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How Do I Know If My Child’s Glasses Fit Well?
Once your child has gotten their first pair of glasses, you might wonder, ‘How do I know if my child’s glasses fit well?’ Fitting children’s glasses go far beyond the size of the lenses.
Here is what you should know about how glasses should fit on a child:
How do I know if my child’s glasses fit well?
Frames: The frames should be
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