Children’s Eye Exams in Houston

Refractive errors are a common vision problem affecting over 11 million Americans. Uncorrected visual errors can lead to blurred vision and difficulty performing in school and extracurricular activities. The most common refractive errors are:

• Myopia (Nearsightedness)
• Hyperopia (Farsightedness)
• Astigmatism (Corneal Irregularity)

Strabismus is a visual problem that causes one or both eyes to cross or turn in different directions. Strabismus affects around 4% of all children in the United States and may occur later in life.

Strabismus is usually caused by uncorrected vision problems where the eyes turn inward or outward to focus on objects up close or far away.

We co-manage with leading pediatric ophthalmologists in the Houston area to provide the best possible comprehensive care for your children.

When 1 or both eyes do not develop properly, amblyopia, or “lazy eye” can occur. Amblyopia occurs when 1 or both eyes “drift” and do not appear to be focusing on an object.

Usually, amblyopia develops as a result of an untreated refractive error or poor binocular vision.

If we have detected and diagnosed amblyopia in your child, we will determine a customized treatment program to help mitigate symptoms. Treatment plans typically involve frequent eye examinations, eye patches, exercises, and other things discussed during your appointment.

At Vision Optique, our experienced doctors are committed to evaluating your child’s vision and eye health and implementing treatment when necessary.