Pediatric Optometry

Pediatric Eye Care with our Allentown Optometrist

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If you are looking for a pediatric optometrist for your child, look no further than Lehigh Valley Eye Care Associates, the kids eye doctor for the greater Allentown area. Our practice is dedicated to providing the optometry needs for your child once they have grown out of the infant and toddler stages. Our kids eye doctor understands the importance of proper vision and eye care in the youngest members of your family! Trust the dedicated staff at Lehigh Valley Eye Care Associates to provide the comprehensive, effective, and compassionate care that your child deserves.

Regular Eye Care Should Start in Childhood

Instilling strong eye care in your children when they are young can lead to a life of healthy eyesight that can help to curtail the development of common eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration in later life. If you are in need of a pediatric optometrist for your child, please call Lehigh Valley Eye Care Associates and schedule an appointment. As your pediatric eye doctor, we will provide comprehensive eye care for your child that will address any deficiencies that they may have with their vision.

At Lehigh Valley Eye Care Associates we believe that eye care should start at an early age. By beginning regular eye exams at a young age, your child is more likely to make vision care a consistent part of their overall health and wellness habits. If your child requires corrective lenses, regular exams will ensure that their prescription is up-to-date and at the correct level.

An Eye Exam with our Eye Doctors

Every child should receive proactive eye care prior to starting school as many vision problems that go undiagnosed can lead to difficulties in the classroom that can even cause behavioral issues if they go untreated. At your child's initial eye exam, you can expect them to have their eyesight checked using screening tools; we will also check them for signs of color blindness, and visual function.

Our comprehensive examination will ensure your child's level of depth perception, tracking, and ability to distinguish different colors are functioning properly. In addition to eye function, we will measure their clarity of sight and determine if they require corrective lenses. Eye exams will also include procedures that will recognize any eye shape abnormalities or similar issues that can develop into a problem. 

We Provide Optometry Care for the Entire Family at Lehigh Valley Eye Care Associates

If you are looking for an eye doctor for your family or children, please call Lehigh Valley Eye Care Associates today at (610) 432-3258 to schedule a consultation.

Our office is conveniently located at 2030 W Tilghman Street in Allentown.


Most of us long to show our children the world, but unfortunately, some kids have trouble experiencing their surroundings because of certain eye conditions. Some of these conditions, such as nearsightedness or farsightedness are common in adults as well as kids. Others discriminate more against kids, and it is up to their parents to take note of possible signs of vision disorders and take them to a kids’ eye doctor for the treatment they need. Below are some common eye disorders often treated by our Allentown optometrist here at Lehigh Valley Eye Care Associates:

Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)

Amblyopia begins in early childhood in most cases and is signified by delayed vision development in a single eye. Since vision is poor in the one eye, the child's brain puts all of its attention toward the "good" eye, which in turn weakens the "bad" eye even more.

Strabismus (Crossed Eyes)

Strabismus and Amblyopia often occur together. A child's eyes may become crossed if they become misaligned with one another as they try to look at different things. If you notice that your child's eyes do not seem to be working together, it is important to have them examined by a pediatric eye doctor at Lehigh Valley Eye Care Associates to identify the condition and determine the best treatment option.

Cataracts

Cataracts are signified by a cloudy surface on the eye. While many consider this to be a condition associated with older people, they can begin in infancy. Taking children in to see a pediatric optometrist early in life will help to assure that a child's vision is developing normally.

Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)

While conjunctivitis isn't a vision disorder, it can cause a lot of discomfort. The condition can be contagious, if it is caused by either a viral or bacterial infection. Pink eye can also develop purely because of allergies. Regardless of how it develops, if you notice itching, watering, and redness in your child's eye, it is important to identify the reason for the infection with your kids eye doctor to start healing and keep other kids protected as well,

Eyelid Lumps

Most of the time, eyelid lumps in children are either the sign of a stye or a chalazion. Styes form from an infection of an eyelash follicle, while a chalazion forms due to a clogged oil gland. A pediatric eye doctor can monitor both these conditions to help assure that nothing more serious develops.

Common Signs that Your Child May Have an Eye Condition

While older kids may tell you outright if their eyes hurt or they are having trouble seeing, more observation is needed for younger kids. Eye rubbing, extra clumsiness, and a decreased desire to participate in familiar activities may all be indicators that something is wrong with their eyes, and they need to see a pediatric optometrist.

Treatment Options for Younger Patients at Lehigh Valley Eye Care Associates

While we hate to see a child struggle with vision issues or other problems with their eyes, the good news is that because their eyes are still growing and developing. There are many ways to treat common issues, including medication and eye therapy options. To learn more about all the ways a pediatric eye doctor can help your child, contact Lehigh Valley Eye Care Associates. Call our optometrist in Allentown, PA  at (610) 432-3258 to schedule an appointment.

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