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2. Laser Pediatric Eye Care – Pediatric eye care focuses on detecting, preventing, and treating vision problems in children from birth through adolescence. 1. Importance of Early Eye Exams Vision develops rapidly in early childhood. Early detection of eye problems is crucial to avoid permanent vision loss (e.g., amblyopia). Recommended screening: Newborn: Red reflex test at birth. 6 months to 1 year: Basic vision screening. 3–5 years: Comprehensive eye exam. Before starting school and every 1–2 years after. Vision Testing For children of all ages, including preverbal infants (using age-appropriate tests like Teller acuity cards or picture charts). Refractive Error Correction Diagnosing and prescribing glasses for myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism. Strabismus Evaluation & Treatment Management of eye misalignment (crossed eyes or wandering eye) through glasses, patching, or surgery. Amblyopia (Lazy Eye) Management Treatment using patching, atropine drops, or vision therapy. Congenital Eye Conditions Diagnosing conditions present from birth like congenital cataracts, ptosis, or glaucoma. Blocked Tear Ducts & Eye Infections Treatment for common childhood eye issues such as nasolacrimal duct obstruction or conjunctivitis. Eye Injury or Trauma Care Immediate care for accidents involving the eye, including sports injuries or foreign body removal. Neurological Eye Problems Including nystagmus, optic nerve issues, or visual processing disorders.