What happens at a pediatric eye exam?

At a pediatric eye exam, the doctor checks your child’s vision, eye alignment, and eye health in a child-friendly way. The visit typically includes basic visual acuity testing at distance and near, binocular vision and depth perception checks, and an evaluation of eye structures with lights and lenses. Depending on your child’s age, the doctor may use pictures or matching games instead of letter charts. If glasses, contact lenses, or other treatments may help, you and the doctor can talk through options together and decide what feels manageable for your child.