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Obtaining optimal vision

Obtaining the best vision is a combination of good frame-fit and high quality lenses. Good frame-fit means the eyes are well centered or in the top third of the frame, and the temples should rest comfortably over the ears.

Beyond looking good, frames must also be able to withstand school, sports and playtime. They should be hard to break, flexible, and ultra lightweight. SPIN frames fit this profile perfectly, thanks to the immense durability of their advanced source material: TR90.

When frame fit and corrective lenses accurately compensate for vision problems, your child can enjoy the world around them clearly. In turn, this builds confidence. High quality lenses meet the demands of schoolwork, playing with friends and studying on the computer, all of which require a child’s eyes to work overtime. If your child must walk to and from school, clear vision is vital for safely navigating sidewalks and crosswalks.

Remember: even adolescents are still developing their coordination and motor skills. It’s important to make sure they are corrected to 20/20 vision so they can safely judge moving objects and distances as they become licensed drivers.

High quality lenses will have the following characteristics:

  • Impact resistance (polycarbonate, Trivex)
  • Reliable scratch coating
  • Full anti-reflective coating (DuraVision Platinum)
  • Good hydrophobic and oleophobic qualities for easy cleaning
  • Lenses should be as light as possible.

We advise child to take an eye exam once school starts. Vision checks can be performed by an eye care professional near you and they don’t take long. A fresh eye exam will make sure your kids won’t be held back in their schoolwork by poor vision. While your at it, get the frames tuned-up and adjusted.

The earlier you get your child into quality lenses, the better their vision will develop over the years. Your kid can avoid many problems later in life if they are wearing glasses and sunglasses.

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Identifying poor vision in your child

Good, clear vision is essential for a child’s development. It’s never too early to have your child’s eyes examined, because babies are unable to communicate the issues they’re experiencing. Parents typically notice the obvious issues with their child, rather than those that cannot be easily detected (such as visual impairments).

In fact, most parents only notice visual impairments when the child’s visual acuity drops below 60%. The good news is that the earlier corrective measures are taken, the more successful the outcome will be.

Children should have their first eye examination within the first 10 days of life. Correcting issues this early, when the eye has not taken it’s final form, is more successful than correcting such issues later. It is important to note that there are certain visual health issues – if left unaddressed- can no longer be minimized or avoided.

Premature babies should be checked while still in the incubator, because premature children sometimes have visual impairments due to the reduced time spent in development within the womb. Glasses and even contact lenses can be prescribed and adapted for premature babies, full-term babies, and young children. Small children’s frames like SPIN make this feasible.

Please: keep a watchful eye on your children’s eye health. Schedule an appointment with your optometrist if you notice squinting, twitching, or graying of the pupil. This is especially true if eye-health issues run in your family.