It may be hard to believe, but school will start back up in just over a month. So, before you start scrambling to get everything ready, schedule your child’s back to school eye exam with Lake Nona Eye Care.

Good vision is key to a successful school year. One in four school age children have some type of vision problem

It is reported that over 60% of students who have learning disabilities, may suffer from undetected vision issues. Here at Lake Nona Eye Care we promote good vision care at an early age.

While Pediatricians may perform tests periodically to catch any issue that may arise from birth to pre-school, after that it is important to have regular visits with an eye doctor.

Every child should have the opportunity to have good vision and diagnosing any issue early will allow the child to do his or her best in a learning environment.

The American Optometry Association (AOA) suggests that a back to school eye exam will insure that your child has good cognitive processes which affect his or her reading, writing and computer work. This key to your child’s classroom accomplishments. They’ll start school knowing their eye health is being managed with great care.

Eye exam vs vision screening

Many parents think the vision screening their children receive at school is good enough. “Unfortunately, parents and educators often incorrectly assume that if a child passes a school screening, then there is no vision problem. However, many school vision screenings only test for distance visual acuity, and the vision skills needed for successful reading and learning are much more complex.” said AOA President Steven A. Loomis, O.D.

The foundation for learning is good vision

Make your child’s eyesight a priority. Studies show 80 percent of learning is visual. Regular eye exams are key to early detection and treating of any vision issues.

The Vision Team at Lake Nona Eye Care provides a comprehensive eye examination in a relaxed, positive, environment for children and adults, ages 5 and up.

Make an appointment with Lake Nona Eye Care at one of our two Lake Nona locations, Moss Park 407-658-9990 and Eagle Creek 407-930-5305