Pediatric eye exams are more than just a good idea, they are an essential part of seeing clearly and effective learning. The American Optometric Association estimates undetected vision problems affects one in every four school aged children. Which significantly impact visual perception skill, such as retention, comprehension and recognition. This can lead to a child having [...]
The winter solstice means the days are shorter and more people are driving while it is dark outside. Though there are few vehicles driving on the road at night, according to the National Safety Council, half of all traffic fatalities occur at night. Compromised night vision is a major factor when it comes to car [...]
Doctors of optometry are doing more than just eye exams. It turns out, correcting vision is just part of what the doctors at Lake Nona Eye Care are doing. Last year alone, 320,000 cases of diabetes were detected by doctors of optometry. Just think of the impact they could have by detecting early signs of [...]
Don’t Forget About Your Annual Eye Exam! But how often should you have a comprehensive eye exam? The American Optometric Association recommends the frequency of eye examination for both adults and pediatric patients. How Often Should Your Child Have An Eye Exam? Birth to 24 months: At 6 months of age for those not at [...]