Nurturing Young Vision for a Bright Future

At Trivision Eye Hospital in Bandra, we specialize in comprehensive eye care for children, ensuring their vision develops optimally and addressing any concerns early on. Our experienced pediatric eye care team is dedicated to providing gentle and effective evaluations and treatments to give your child the best start in life.

Early Detection and Intervention

Regular eye exams are crucial for children, as many vision problems can be corrected if caught early but may become permanent if ignored. Vision issues can significantly affect a child's learning, confidence, and development. Our specialists are skilled in conducting child-friendly eye exams that assess visual health, eye alignment, and potential refractive issues.

Common Pediatric Conditions We Address

Refractive Errors (Glasses)

Nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism are common in children. If your child complains of headaches, squints, or sits too close to the TV, it may be a sign they need glasses. Our treatments ensure they get clear and comfortable vision.

Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)

Amblyopia, or "lazy eye," is a condition where vision in one eye does not develop properly. It's the leading cause of vision loss in children. Early detection and treatment, such as patching or specialized exercises, are critical to improving vision in the weaker eye.

Strabismus (Squint)

Strabismus, or "squint," is an eye misalignment. Timely intervention, which may include glasses, exercises, or squint surgery, can correct the alignment, prevent lazy eye, and restore normal 3D vision.

Pediatric Cataracts

Though rare, cataracts can occur in children (congenital). We offer advanced, safe surgical solutions to address cataracts in children and restore clear vision, preventing the development of amblyopia.

Our Child-Centered Approach

Our approach is tailored to make children feel comfortable and safe during their visit. We use child-friendly equipment and techniques to ensure a positive, stress-free experience. We also believe in empowering parents, ensuring you have a clear understanding of your child's condition and treatment options.

Child receiving a friendly pediatric eye exam at Trivision Bandra Happy child wearing new pediatric eyeglasses
Top Q&A

Your Pediatric Eye Care Questions Answered

We recommend a comprehensive eye exam for children by age 3 or 4, even if no problems are apparent. Early detection of issues like lazy eye (amblyopia) is critical, as treatment is most effective before age 7. If you notice any issues sooner (like a squint), bring them in immediately.

Common signs include:

  • Squinting or covering one eye.
  • Sitting too close to the television or holding books very close.
  • Frequent complaints of headaches or eye strain.
  • Difficulty with reading or avoiding close-up work.
  • An eye that turns inward, outward, upward, or downward.

Amblyopia, or "lazy eye," is when vision in one eye doesn't develop correctly during childhood. The eye itself may look normal, but the brain favors the other, "stronger" eye. It must be treated early with patching, glasses, or drops to "force" the brain to use the weaker eye.

Treatment depends on the cause. It can often be corrected with eyeglasses, especially if it's caused by farsightedness. Other treatments include orthoptic exercises (vision therapy) or, in some cases, a safe and common surgical procedure to align the eye muscles.

Excessive screen time is a major cause of eye strain and can contribute to the development and progression of nearsightedness (myopia) in children. We recommend encouraging the "20-20-20" rule: every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. Regular check-ups are important to monitor this.