About 25% of school-age children have vision problems that can affect their learning, sports performance, and self-esteem. Many eye conditions have no obvious symptoms, which is why regular comprehensive eye exams are essential. We make these visits comfortable and fun while ensuring your child gets the thorough care they need.
We understand that children need a different approach to eye care. Our team specializes in making kids feel comfortable and at ease during their visit.
Ages 6 months - 3 years
Early screenings to detect conditions like lazy eye, crossed eyes, and focusing problems during critical development years.
Ages 3 - 5 years
Comprehensive exams before kindergarten to ensure vision skills are ready for reading and classroom learning.
Ages 6 - 18 years
Regular monitoring for nearsightedness, farsightedness, and changes that affect academic and athletic performance.
If your child needs glasses, we help them pick frames they'll love to wear. Many kids are excited about their "special eyes" once they see how much clearer everything becomes!
Fun Frame Selection Process
Kids try on different styles and colors while looking in special mirrors designed just for them.
Increasingly common in children, especially with more screen time. Kids may squint, sit close to the TV, or complain they can't see the board at school.
Treatment: Glasses, contacts, or myopia management therapy
When one eye doesn't develop normal vision, often with no obvious signs. Early treatment is crucial for the best outcomes.
Treatment: Glasses, eye patching, or vision therapy
When eyes don't align properly, affecting depth perception and potentially leading to double vision or amblyopia.
Treatment: Glasses, vision therapy, or surgery
Difficulty switching focus between near and far objects, which can cause eye strain, headaches, and trouble with reading.
Treatment: Glasses or vision therapy exercises
Frequent squinting or rubbing eyes, especially during visual tasks
Avoiding reading, using finger to track, or losing place frequently
Complaints of tired eyes or headaches after homework or screen time
Sitting very close to TV, books, or holding devices close to face
Covering eyes or excessive blinking in bright light
Declining grades or teacher reports of attention problems
We recommend the first comprehensive eye exam by age 3, or sooner if you notice any concerning signs. Infants at high risk may need earlier screening.
Generally annually, but some children may need more frequent visits if they have vision problems, wear glasses, or have risk factors for eye disease.
Dilation drops may be needed for a complete examination, especially for younger children. We'll discuss this with you beforehand and ensure your child is comfortable.
We'll help you choose durable, comfortable frames that your child will actually want to wear. We also provide guidance on proper care and adjustment to wearing glasses.
Give your child the gift of clear vision. Visit one of our convenient Charlotte locations for comprehensive pediatric eye care.
Downtown Location
200 South College St, Suite 307
Charlotte, NC 28202
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday: 7:45 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Optical closes at 3:30 PM
Morrison Boulevard
7615 Colony Rd, Suite 105
Charlotte, NC 28226
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: Select Saturdays
Optical closes at 4:30 PM
Trendy District
2520 South Blvd, Suite 108-A
Charlotte, NC 28203
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: Select Saturdays
Optical closes at 4:30 PM
