Tip #2 - Vision is more than 20/20

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Spot the signs of vision problems in your child

  • 70% of learning is presented visually

  • 1 in 5 preschoolers has a vision problem that can interfere with learning or behavior

  • Vision screenings do not identify all children with vision problems.

  • These are signs that your child is struggling with vision

Back to remote learning means parents will observe the strengths and struggles of their children first hand. Parents mistakenly assume their children have great vision when they read the tiny letters on the doctor’s eye chart. Clear distance eyesight is just the beginning of perfect vision.

Your child may be struggling with a vision problem that affects one of 14 eye muscles need to maintain clear vision, coordinate the eyes, or track the words in a book. Only a comprehensive eye examination by an optometrist can truly tell if your child’s vision is on track for success in the classroom.

All children should have eye examinations during infancy, as preschoolers and yearly when school age.

Contact Dublin Vision Development or click the green button to schedule an appointment for your child with Dr. Cara.

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