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Why Vision Health Is Crucial for Your Child’s Success in School

As children head back to the classroom, there’s more to consider than just new backpacks and school supplies. One crucial element of back-to-school preparation that often goes unnoticed is your child’s eye health. Vision is important for a child’s...

September 19, 2024
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Common Eye Conditions in Children and How to Treat Them

Ensuring your child’s eye health is crucial for their overall development and success in school. Early detection and treatment of eye conditions can prevent long-term vision problems and enhance your child’s quality of life. At SightMD, we specialize in...

August 20, 2024
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Summer Eye Care Tips for Kids

Summer is a time for kids to enjoy the outdoors, whether they’re swimming, playing sports, or just having fun in the sun. However, all these activities can pose risks to their eye health. At SightMD, we want to help...

July 12, 2024
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Signs of Potential Vision Problems in Kids

Recognizing the Signs of Potential Vision Problems in Kids Good vision is essential for children’s overall development, academic performance, and quality of life. However, vision problems can often go unnoticed, especially in young children who may not be able...

May 07, 2024
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Why Do Babies Rub Their Eyes?

Understanding the Little Ones’ Eye-Rubbing Habit As a parent, you’ve likely observed your baby rubbing their eyes with those adorable little hands. But have you ever wondered why they do it? In this blog post, we’ll delve into the...

April 28, 2024
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Early Eye Exams for Children

The Importance of Early Eye Exams for Children As parents, we prioritize our children’s health and well-being, but often overlook the importance of their eye health. Early detection of vision problems is crucial for ensuring optimal development and academic...

April 17, 2024
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Discover when your child should have their first eye exam

When Should Your Child Have Their First Eye Exam? As parents, we’re always vigilant about our children’s health. We schedule regular check-ups, vaccinations, and dental appointments, but what about their eyesight? Many parents overlook the importance of regular eye...

March 07, 2024
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Dilation for Pediatric Eye Exams & What You Need To Know

Children’s eye exams are important for many reasons. Kids need to see clearly to learn and develop. Without sharp vision and a fully functional visual system, children can struggle with reading, writing, playing sports, and socializing confidently. If your kid...

February 15, 2022
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Does Your Child Need an Eye Patch?

If your child has been diagnosed with amblyopia (“lazy eye”), wearing an eyepatch may be necessary. The principle is that by blocking the vision of the better-seeing eye, the visual system in the brain related to the worse-seeing eye will...

February 10, 2022
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Should you be concerned if your baby’s eyes shake?

Nystagmus is a condition where the eyes shake involuntarily. It can appear in babies and children as early as 6 weeks and present as a vertical, horizontal, or even a rotary shake. If you notice your baby’s eyes shaking,...

February 06, 2022
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