Pediatric Eye Exams in Poughkeepsie & Red Hook
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At Dutchess Optometry, we provide compassionate and comprehensive eye care for children of all ages. As your dedicated pediatric eye doctors in Poughkeepsie and Red Hook, our goal is to make every eye exam a positive experience for your child.
From your baby’s first eye exam to regular check-ups during their school years, our caring team creates a welcoming and safe environment where children feel comfortable and valued.
How often should a child get an eye exam?
Children’s eyes grow and change quickly, and vision issues can be hard to detect without a professional exam. Kids may not know how to express their vision concerns or might assume their vision is “normal.”
We recommend the following schedule for pediatric eye exams:
- Around 6 months old
- At age 3
- Before starting kindergarten
- Annually during school years
Routine check-ups with our pediatric optometrists help us identify vision issues early, preventing them from affecting your child’s learning or development. At Dutchess Optometry, we monitor for common childhood eye conditions such as nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), amblyopia (lazy eye), and strabismus (eye turn).
What to expect during a pediatric eye exam
We know that new experiences can be overwhelming for kids (and for parents as well)! We make sure our pediatric eye exams are not only gentle but also fun and efficient.
When your child comes in for a pediatric eye exam in Poughkeepsie or Red Hook, we’ll check:
- Visual clarity at near and far distances
- Eye alignment and coordination
- Refractive errors and the need for glasses
- The overall health of their eyes
We utilize advanced technology, such as digital retinal imaging, often eliminating the need for eye dilation. We explain all results in a simple, reassuring manner. If your child requires glasses or additional care, we’ll provide guidance and support every step of the way.
Schedule a pediatric eye exam near you
At Dutchess Optometry, we enjoy working with children and ensuring they have optimal vision. We offer pediatric eye exams for patients in Poughkeepsie, Red Hook, Highland, Rhinebeck, Kingston, Hyde Park, and surrounding towns.
If you’re searching for a pediatric eye doctor, we invite you and your family to visit us. Call us today to schedule an eye exam for your child!