Children’s Eye Exams | Longmont | Third Avenue Eyecare

Building a Strong Foundation for Clear Vision

Your child’s vision plays an important role in their development, learning, and overall quality of life. At Third Avenue Eyecare, we’re here to support your child’s visual health at every stage, from infancy through their teenage years, whether they need new glasses or myopia control.

Our kid-friendly approach makes eye exams a positive and comfortable experience for children of all ages—because when it comes to your child’s vision, we believe in starting strong and staying proactive.

Clear vision is essential for your child’s growth, learning, and daily adventures. Contact us to schedule your child’s next appointment today.

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When Do Children Need Eye Exams?

According to the American Optometric Association (AOA), children should have:

Their first comprehensive eye exam at 6 months old
Followed by another at age 3
An exam just before starting school at age 5 or 6

Once in school, yearly eye exams are recommended to monitor changes in vision and address any issues early. Even if your child passes a school vision screening, these screenings often miss significant vision problems that only a full eye exam can detect.

Common Childhood Vision Issues

Your children can experience various vision problems that may affect their daily lives, including:

Refractive errors: Nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism can all impact how your child sees the world.
Amblyopia (lazy eye): Reduced vision in one eye that can lead to permanent vision loss if untreated.
Strabismus (crossed eyes): Misalignment of the eyes that can affect depth perception and vision development.
Myopia: A rapidly growing concern where distant objects appear blurry.

The Connection Between Vision, Learning, & Development

Healthy vision plays a vital role in a child’s ability to read, write, and engage with their environment. Many learning difficulties can be traced back to undiagnosed vision problems, such as refractive errors or eye coordination issues.

By addressing these concerns early, we can set your child up for academic success and help them not fall behind due to avoidable vision challenges.

Myopia Control: Why It Matters

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is becoming increasingly common among children, especially with the rise in screen time and reduced outdoor play. Left unchecked, myopia can worsen over time, increasing the risk of serious eye health issues like retinal detachment and glaucoma later in life.

At Third Avenue Eyecare, we offer myopia control solutions such as specialized contact lenses and lifestyle guidance to help slow the progression of myopia and protect your child’s long-term vision.

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How Children’s Eye Exams Differ from Adult Exams

Children’s eye exams are designed to be fun, engaging, and stress-free. Our team takes extra care of your child so they feel comfortable during their visit.

Using age-appropriate techniques and equipment, we assess their visual clarity, eye alignment, depth perception, and overall eye health. These exams help us monitor your child’s development and catch any issues before they impact their day-to-day activities.

The Impact of Digital Eye Strain

With increased use of screens for school and play, children are at a higher risk of digital eye strain. Symptoms like eye fatigue, dryness, and blurred vision can interfere with their ability to focus and learn.

During your child’s exam, we’ll provide tips and recommendations to reduce digital eye strain and keep their eyes healthy.

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Give Your Child the Gift of Clear Vision

At Third Avenue Eyecare, we’re passionate about helping children achieve and maintain healthy vision. From detecting common vision issues to managing myopia, we’re here to support your child’s visual journey at every stage.

Schedule your child’s eye exam today and have their vision ready to take on the world!

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Our Services

Comprehensive Eye Exams

Keep your vision at its best with our thorough, comprehensive eye exams. We assess your eye health, screen for potential issues, and provide personalized recommendations tailored to your lifestyle.

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Comprehensive Eye Exams

Dry Eye Therapy

Struggling with dry, irritated eyes? We offer a range of treatments, including OptiLIGHT by Lumenis, eye drops, and more. We’ll customize a plan to relieve discomfort and restore your eye health.

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Dry Eye Therapy

Medical Eye Care

We offer comprehensive medical eyecare as well as same day access to medical care in the event of an eye or ocular emergency. Our team is here to support you.

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Medical Eye Care

Myopia Control for Kids

Protect your child’s vision with our myopia control options, including MiSight 1-Day lenses, myopia control glasses, and more. Our goal is to help slow the progression of myopia for your children.

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Myopia Control for Kids