If it’s time to book your infant or toddler’s first eye exam with a pediatric eye doctor perhaps these tips will help make your child’s eye appointment as smooth as possible. 1. Know what to expect at your child’s first eye exam. Many of the tests a pediatric optometrist will perform on your infant or toddler…
Did you know that only 14% of Canadian children under the age of 6 have had a proper eye exam by a Doctor of Optometry? Unfortunately many parents mistakenly believe that they would notice if their child was having trouble seeing properly or experiencing other issues with their eyesight. The truth is that there are…
We’ve all been told, “Eat carrots because they are good for your eyes.” But carrots aren’t the only good food for eye health. The best foods for eye health are full of nutrients such as Omega-3 fatty acids, Zinc, Vitamins C and E, and Lutein. Now that we are few weeks into the school year,…
With September just around the corner, now is a great time for parents to book back to school eye exams for their children. The link between eye health and learning is very critical but most parents are unsure of when to get their children’s eyes tested. Children who can’t see the board or can’t focus…
Children should have an annual eye exam, starting at 6 months of age. In Ontario, children are covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) every year until the age of 19. Book an appointment for your child with your Markham Optometrist at Unionville Optometry today. We are accepting new patients! Related Posts: Happy Children’s Vision Month Tips…