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Nov 13
Understanding Exotropia
When should you schedule an eye exam for your child? If you notice that one or both of their eyes is not looking straight, or is...
Oct 28
How Much Screen Time is Too Much Screen Time?
We live in a digital age, and all love our screens, but too much screen time for your growing child can be detrimental to their eye...
Oct 24
Dry Eyes: An Autumnal Trend
With fall in full swing, many of you might have noticed that your eyes have gotten drier than usual. The condition is fairly normal this...
Oct 4
University Children's Eye Center Spotlight: Introducing Dr. Hughes
Meet Dr. Rose Hughes, a doctor of optometry at University Children's Eye Center. Dr. Hughes is who your child will most likely see if...
Sep 4
"Back to School" Special: Time for an Eye Exam?
Across the country, children are heading back to school. Is now a good time for an eye exam? How can you tell if your kids are having...
Jul 11
Chalazia: Diagnosis and Treatment
The development of a chalazion, or stye, can be alarming, especially for parents. However, despite their appearance, most chalazia are...
Jul 9
Understanding Amblyopia
Amblyopia, informally known as "lazy eye", can arise from a variety of factors. "There's a weakness between the brain and the eye...
Jun 20
Crossed Eyes in Children: What You Need to Know
Children's eyes should be straight and well-aligned from the age of four months onward. What happens when that isn't the case, and what...
Jun 17
Diagnosing and Treating Pollen-Related Allergies
Spring and summer are beautiful seasons to be outside, but they are equally well-known for triggering allergic reactions in people of all...
Apr 22
What's the Deal with Dilating Eye Drops?
During a child's eye exam, a doctor may order some dilating eye drops. These drops are commonly used throughout the field of pediatric...
Mar 22
Vision, Reading, Convergence Insufficiency and Tracking
Children who have difficulty reading are sometimes referred to pediatric optometrists, often due to conditions like convergence...
Mar 8
Your child has a headache. What now?
When children develop headaches, their parents often attribute the issue to children’s eyes. How often are headaches vision-related, and...
Nov 22, 2023
Is Your Child a Good Candidate for Contact Lenses?
How do you know if your child is a good candidate for contact lenses? For a detailed answer to this question, join Dr. Rose Hughes of...
Oct 24, 2023
What to Expect for an Eye Exam
What should someone expect when they come in for an eye exam at University Children's Eye Center? Join Rachel Reyes, ophthalmic...
Oct 20, 2023
What Is a Failed Vision Screening?
What does it mean when your child is referred for a failed vision screening? Join Dr. Sepideh Rousta of University Children’s Eye Center...
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