Pediatric Eye Exams in St. Louis, MI
If your child is struggling with reading, focus, or attention, it may not be obvious that vision plays a role. A pediatric eye exam helps us take a closer look.
When Vision Affects More Than Just Seeing
Children don’t always know when something is off with their vision—and many school screenings only check how clearly they can see.
If your child struggles to read, loses their place, or avoids close-up work, their eyes may not be working well together. It may not be about how sharp their vision is. A pediatric eye exam helps us understand the full picture.
From medical treatments to your annual eye exam, we provide a wide range of services at St. Louis Optics.
Conveniently located, we offer flexible hours to fit your busy schedule, so your care works around your life.
Meet the eye doctors at St. Louis Optics. Here, you get care backed by a network of clinical expertise.
Signs That Your Child Needs an Eye Exam
You might consider an eye exam if your child:
- Struggles with reading or comprehension
- Skips lines or loses their place
- Complains of headaches or tired eyes
- Has trouble focusing for long periods
- Holds books or screens very close
These are often signs that something isn’t working as it should—even if their vision seems clear.
What to Expect During Your Child's Exam
Our optometrists in St. Louis take a calm, step-by-step approach that’s appropriate for your child’s age and comfort level.
During the exam, we:
- Check how clearly your child can see
- Look at how their eyes move and track
- Evaluate how their eyes work together
- Talk through anything you’ve noticed at home or school
Our goal is to make the visit comfortable while giving you clear answers.
We look beyond eyesight to see how both eyes coordinate and stay aligned during reading and other activities.
We check how well your child can shift focus and follow lines of text—skills that are essential for learning.
If you’ve noticed changes in how your child reads, focuses, or uses their eyes, the next step is to schedule a pediatric eye exam. St. Louis Optics will take a closer look and help you understand what’s going on.