Pediatric Ophthalmology Services
At Navkar advanced eye, retina and dental care; our ophthalmologists are comfortable dealing with pediatric eye problems. We are sensitive to the differences between an adult exam and that for a child. We care for newborns, toddlers, and teens.
It is very important for the child’s overall health and well-being to have clear vision and healthy eyes. This is also directly linked to their academic performance in school. Although schools may perform vision screenings each year, these do not test the overall health of the child’s eye. This is why it is important for your child to get professional eye exams once a year.
After the eye examination, most children do not require any further treatment. If a diagnosis is made, a treatment plan will be developed that may include:
- Prescription for eyeglasses
- Medication for inflammation or infection
- Wearing a patch on the more functional eye (for amblyopia)
- Vision therapy for weak eye muscles
- Surgery for squint and pediatric cataracts