When does your child need to visit the eye doctor?  

Your child’s first eye exam should be at 6 months, followed by exams at three years old and again before kindergarten. Once they’re in school, you should schedule an eye exam every two years if they don’t need glasses. If your child wears glasses or contact lenses, they should be seen annually or as recommended by their eye doctor.  

Why are eye exams important for children?    

Regular eye exams are crucial for children as they help detect and treat vision problems early. Vision plays a key role in learning, with 80% of all learning being visual. That means children with vision problems are at a major disadvantage. Pediatric eye exams ensure children have the visual skills they need for effective reading and writing. Along with vision problems, our pediatric optometrists in Fort Kent can also identify other eye conditions like lazy eye, crossed eyes, and more.  

What to expect during a pediatric eye exam 

We tailor our pediatric eye exams to each child and their unique needs. During the exam, our eye doctor will perform a variety of tests based on your child’s age. Exams generally include taking a case history, testing their vision, determining whether glasses are needed, checking eye alignment, evaluating eye health, and prescribing eyeglasses if necessary.  

If your child needs glasses, we offer children’s eyewear in a variety of fun colors and designs. Our opticians can help you find the lenses and frames that work best for your child.