By Dr. Gary Goberville
If you think the answer may be yes, first take a look at how well he or she handles other responsibilities. Ask yourself this: Does your child regularly do assigned tasks like making his bed, cleaning her room, or feeding the dog without needing to be reminded (at least not very often)?
If so, then you have some assurance that a visit to the eye doctor for your child’s contact lens evaluation won’t be in vain.
If not, it may be too soon for the responsibility of contact lenses, and you can always reconsider at a later date.
For kids, contacts lenses can have these important benefits:
• Better optics - for better vision – than eyeglasses. This is especially true of some types of contacts (for example, rigid gas permeable lenses).
• Better peripheral (side) vision.
• Improve your child’s self-esteem. Many children would rather not wear eye glasses at school. They may think they look “funny” or “different.” Some children find themselves victims of other children’s teasing. The change in appearance with wearing contact lenses can give a big boost to a child’s self esteem. This might lead to better school performance and friendships.
Dr. Gary Goberville, Optometric Physician
Eye Site Vision Center, 2344 N. University Dr. Coral?Springs
954-344-3937