When should my child have their first eye exam?

Between 6 and 12 months of age, then at least once between 3–5 years, before first grade, and annually from ages 6–17.

Can you detect lazy eye or crossed eyes?

Yes. Our pediatric exams screen for amblyopia (lazy eye), strabismus (crossed eyes), focusing problems, and other binocular vision issues.

Do you offer myopia control for kids?

Yes — we offer low-dose atropine, multifocal contacts, and ortho-k as part of our myopia control program.

Children's Eye Exams Houston

An Early Focus on Eye Health

At Riz Eye Care, we strive to help your children have great vision for a lifetime. We want to help educate your children on their eyes and vision while preserving their long-term vision and overall health through consistent eye exams.

Eye exams go beyond just updating your child's prescription—their visual health can also be linked to their academic performance or even affect their time outside with their friends!

Happy child during eye exam — We make every visit fun and comfortable for your little ones.

Helping Your Children Excel

Early visual development is a vital time for your children, and it can affect their academic performance and other aspects of their lives, like reading their favorite book or watching their favorite cartoons.

Your children may not always notice something is going wrong with their vision, and that's where our team can help! Getting to know your children's eyes can allow us to check for conditions like strabismus (crossed eyes) or amblyopia (lazy eye).

📅 Recommended Eye Exam Schedule

First exam at 6–12 months of age

At least 1 exam between 3–5 years of age

1 exam before first grade and annually from ages 6–17

Your Children's Eye Exam Process

Pre-Exam Testing

We conduct pre-testing measurements, discuss medical history, and personalize the exam to your child's needs.

The Exam

Our team performs various tests, readings, and in-depth scans to assess your child's eyes and visual health.

After the Exam

We update your child's prescription and create a personalized treatment plan, including myopia control if needed.

Schedule Your Visit Today

When you schedule an eye exam with us, you can rest easy knowing your children's visual health is in good hands. Book an appointment with us today and allow us to be a part of your child's visual development journey.

Children's Eye Exams