Has Your Child Had an Eye Exam? Here is Why it’s Important.

The month of August is a busy one for parents of school-aged children: replacing clothes they’ve outgrown, scheduling immunizations, and going through lists of school supplies to ensure they are ready for the classroom. 

Did you know that over 80% of what a child learns is through what they see, yet over 86% of children have never had an eye exam?

Adding a back to school eye exam into your schedule this August is a great way to ensure your child is getting the most out of the classroom and is set up for a successful school year. 

Uncorrected or insufficiently corrected vision can lead to an accelerated rate of progression in a child’s nearsightedness- it’s important that they are able to see the teacher at the front of the room and the chalkboard without straining their eyes.

If your child hasn’t had an eye exam in a while- or ever- we highly recommend scheduling one with an eye doctor near you! Try to get an appointment before the school year begins so you can get them set up with glasses, if they need them. August is a great month to ensure your child is up to date on their health examinations.

So if your child does need glasses- what kind should you get for them? Children’s glasses can be made with impact-resistant materials to protect their eyes in the event of a playground mishap or accident. We would recommend considering polycarbonate, which can withstand scratches a bit better than other materials and is more impact-resistant. Also, be sure to avoid cheap glass or plastic lenses! 

When it’s time to get glasses for your child, come and see us here at the Optical Shop! We carry a great selection of frames for children and also offer bespoke frames for a one-of-a-kind fit. 

At the Optical Shop, we can help you select the right frames for your child from our amazing selection. Contact us (203) 222-7870 or OpticalShopofWestport@gmail.com to make an appointment.