Good vision is important for a child's physical development, academic performance and overall well-being. Ensure your child's eyes are developing properly by scheduling a routine eye examination. Our optometrist will conduct an eye examination for your child. Recommended every 6 months to 1 year* Includes consultation, objective and subjective refraction, cover test, stereopsis test and colour vision test. For children age 15 and under. Recommended Frequency of Eye Examination (Age 15 & Below): - Asymptomatic/Risk-free: Annually - At Risk*: Every 6 months or earlier * Note that patients at risk include: a. those with diabetes, hypertension, or a personal/ family history of ocular disease (eg. glaucoma, macular degeneration) or with clinical findings that increase their potential risk; b. those working in occupations that are highly demanding and visually hazardous (eg. workers in electronic and jewellery manufacturing, those handling laser equipment, etc.); c. those taking medication with ocular side effects; d. those wearing contact lenses
