WHY KIDS SHOULD GET ROUTINE EYE EXAMS

Our optometrist at Dr. Wacasey Therapeutic Optometrist in Longview, TX, can help your children maintain optimal vision so they'll be ready for the school year. Consider a few benefits of routine eye exams for kids.
 

Prevent Vision Problems and Eye Diseases

Children with vision problems can experience learning difficulties. Our optometrist can perform eye examinations to detect vision problems, such as focusing issues, amblyopia, convergence insufficiency, and strabismus. In addition, kids can develop eye diseases like cataracts, retinal detachment, myopia, and others.
 

Children may not understand that they have vision problems at all. An eye exam can help prevent problems and treat them before they worsen. In addition, this exam can improve your children's school and home life, so they can be healthier.
 

Kids with Healthy Vision are Happier

As a parent, seeing your children be happy and healthy can make you feel better about yourself. For example, children with vision problems can have difficulties that others don't. They could struggle with behavioral issues or trouble coping with everyday life. On the other hand, kids who can see more clearly can enjoy daily activities, such as playing, making friends, and reading books. 
 

Your kids can benefit from maintaining a healthy vision. A children's eye doctor specializing in optometry can make their lives easier by giving them a routine eye exam. The eyes are the most critical organ. You can have extra peace of mind by doing the right thing for your kids.
 

Contact Our Optometrist

Ready to get started? Our optometrist at Dr. Wacasey Therapeutic Optometrist in Longview, TX, could help! Contact us today at (903) 663-1550 to schedule an appointment with our office. Don’t forget to ask questions during your visit, we’d be happy to assist.