Category: Pediatric Ophthalmology

What Are the Signs of Lazy Eye in Children?

Posted by: Heaton Eye Associates in Blog,Pediatric Ophthalmology

Direct answer: Signs of lazy eye in children may include one eye drifting inward or outward, squinting, closing one eye, tilting the head, poor depth perception, frequent eye rubbing, or trouble seeing clearly with one eye. Some children do not show obvious symptoms, so a failed vision screening or concerns about reading, coordination, or eye…

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Pediatric Eye Doctor vs Pediatric Ophthalmologist: What Parents Should Know

Posted by: Heaton Eye Associates in Blog,Pediatric Ophthalmology

Direct answer: A pediatric eye doctor is a general term for an eye care provider who evaluates children’s vision and eye health, while a pediatric ophthalmologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating eye diseases and surgical eye conditions in children. If your child has blurry vision, failed a screening, needs glasses,…

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When Should Your Child See a Pediatric Eye Doctor?

Posted by: Heaton Eye Associates in Blog,Pediatric Ophthalmology

Direct answer: Your child should see a pediatric eye doctor if they fail a vision screening, complain of blurry vision, squint often, have crossed or wandering eyes, experience frequent headaches, struggle with reading, or have an eye injury, redness, pain, or sudden vision change. Even if your child does not mention symptoms, an eye exam…

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