Supporting Their Vision Through Annual Kids’ Eye Exams
Your child’s vision plays a vital role in how they learn, play, and grow. At Visionary Eye Centre, we’re committed to nurturing young eyes by providing experienced, compassionate care tailored to your child’s unique needs.
Dr. Aujla and Dr. Delhon love to take care of your kids’ eyes! Whether you’re bringing them in to meet their eye doctor for the first time, shopping for glasses together, or seeking solutions to a common vision concern like nearsightedness, we’re here for you.
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How Often Should Kids & Teens Have Eye Exams?
Did you know that even babies should have their eyes examined? According to the Canadian Association of Optometrists, children should follow these general guidelines for eye exams:
- 6–9 months old: Bring them in for their first eye exam
- 2–5 years old: Bring them in for at least 1 eye exam, unless we previously suggested a more frequent schedule
- 6–19 years old: Schedule annual eye exams, because their eyes are growing and changing rapidly in school
If you’ve noticed any signs of vision trouble or suspect your child is struggling with their sight, don’t wait. Early treatment can make a significant difference. nds that make the essential oil layer of your tears. When the glands are blocked or not working, your tears can’t properly protect your eyes’ surfaces.
What Happens During a Kids’ Eye Exam?
Eye exams at Visionary Eye Centre are designed to feel comfortable, fun, and engaging for kids of all ages. The tests we use vary a bit depending on your child’s age, language development, and specific needs.
If your child is a new patient, we’ll ask about their health history and any family history of eye conditions or diseases, and we’ll get to know them. For older kids, we’ll want to know their habits and lifestyle, as things like sports and screen time affect their vision and visual needs.
Here’s an idea of what to expect based on age groups.
For our littlest patients, we focus on essential eye health and development testing. These evaluations often include assessing eye alignment, movement, and reaction to light. Even if your child can’t verbalize their vision, our optometrists use interactive, gentle techniques to gather all the necessary information.
Preschool-aged kids don’t need to have perfected the alphabet and read an eye chart to have a successful eye exam! Instead, tests can include fun visuals like shapes or pictures while we check their visual acuity, colour vision, and eye coordination.
Once your child starts school, regular eye exams help catch vision issues like nearsightedness that may affect their ability to learn. Also called myopia, nearsightedness requires more than just glasses or contacts, because it can continue to progress and lead to serious vision issues later in life, not to mention a rapidly changing prescription. Learn more about how myopia control can help your nearsighted child.
The tests in their eye exam resemble those used for adults, with added kid-friendly explanations to help them feel at ease.
Our optometrists carefully evaluate depth perception, eye muscle performance, overall eye health, and more.
The Powerful Link
Between Vision & Learning
You may not realize it, but your child’s vision could be drastically affecting their learning and social development. Children often don’t know their eyesight is not right because they don’t have a clear frame of reference for “normal” vision.
Blurred vision, trouble focusing, or struggles with reading can all have a major impact on classroom performance, even if it’s not immediately obvious to parents or teachers. Nearly 80% of learning activities in early childhood involve vision, which is why regular eye exams are critical for academic success and building confidence.
If you’ve noticed your child squinting, sitting too close to screens, or complaining about headaches, we encourage you to book your child an eye exam.
Is Your Child Nearsighted?
Let’s Talk Myopia Control
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is on the rise among children, and increasing screen time combined with less time spent outdoors is a major contributor. Left unmanaged, myopia typically worsens over time, increasing risks of more serious eye conditions later in life.
Simply getting glasses used to be considered enough for nearsighted kids, but now the evidence has proven there’s more we can do to protect children’s eyesight.
At Visionary Eye Centre, we offer evidence-based myopia control solutions designed to help slow its progression. Our approaches include specialized contact lenses, myopia control glasses, atropine drops, and lifestyle adjustments for younger kids, like limiting screen time and encouraging outdoor activities.
A Wide Range of Kids’ Glasses
Finding glasses your child loves and feels confident wearing is just as important as the right prescription. That’s why we provide a curated collection of durable, stylish frames specifically designed for children. From bold colours to classic looks, there are options that speak to every kid’s personality.
Our frames are built to withstand the active lifestyles of little ones, and we offer features like lightweight, shatter-resistant lenses and flexible frame materials for added durability. Need help deciding? Our team is here to help guide you (and your child!) to their perfect pair.
Build a Strong Foundation for Healthy Vision
At Visionary Eye Centre, we love watching kids’ faces light up when they see the world clearly for the first time! Our warm, skilled team is here to make every eye exam an enjoyable experience while providing care you can trust.
Help your child thrive with healthy vision today and for years to come by booking regular eye exams with us. Need an eye exam in a hurry? We accept same-day and next-day appointments!
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Sherwood Park Location
You’ll find us at Synergy Wellness Centre, just off Bethel Drive, north of Baseline Road. Parking is $2, but simply provide your plate number at your appointment, and we’ll cover the cost.
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Synergy Wellness Centre
- 501 Bethel Dr. #101
- Sherwood Park, AB T8H 0N2
Contact Information
- Phone: 780 467-6688
- Fax: 780 467-6682
- Email: info@visionaryeyecentre.com
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Millwoods Location
You’ll find us in Millwoods Town Centre Professional Building, just off 29 Avenue and west of 50 Street NW. There is convenient parking available on-site, and the location is easily accessible by public transit.
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Millwoods Town Centre Professional Building
- 108 7319 29 Avenue
- Edmonton, Alberta T6K 2P1
Contact Information
- Phone: 780 960-1616
- Fax: 780 900-8380
- Email: millwoods@visionaryeyecentre.com
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