You want your kids to have the best school year they can, and having good eyesight plays a huge role in learning. That’s why you should schedule an exam with their eye doctor before the year starts. Consider the following reasons why your kids should have their vision checked this summer.

Why Kids Should Visit the Eye Doctor Before the School Year

1. Avoiding Poor Grades

If a student has an undiagnosed vision problem, they might not be able to read their textbooks or class notes clearly. As a result, their grades can suffer. Find out if they need eyeglasses or contact lenses before they head to class.

2. Checking the Prescription

The prescription for your child’s glasses may no longer correct their vision problem. Wearing glasses or contacts with the wrong prescription can lead to symptoms like headaches, making it difficult for your child to focus and perform well in school.

3. Avoiding Disruptions to the Schedule

You don’t want to wait until the school year begins to bring your kids to the eye doctor. Doing so makes it more difficult to schedule a convenient appointment and requires your little ones to miss school. Get their eye exam done before you have to work around their class schedule.

4. Getting New Glasses

If your child wants to make the right impression on the first day of school, they may want a new style of glasses. Schedule a visit with the eye doctor so they can choose the new style they’d like for the upcoming school year.

5. Learning About New Technologies

Thanks to technological innovations, glasses and contacts are always becoming more safe, comfortable, and convenient. During the exam, your child’s eye doctor can let you know if there are any upgrades you should make for them.

The beginning of school is an important time of year for a child; ensure they start off on the right foot. To schedule their eye exam, contact the office of Dr. Brett K. Radow in Spencer, WV. His staff will take a close look at your children’s eyes to ensure they see clearly. If necessary, they can prescribe glasses or contact lenses and recommend at-home exercises so your little one has no issues performing well in class. Contact the practice online or call (304) 927-5112 to make an appointment today.