When should children have their eyes checked?

Timely screening for the early detection of eye and vision problems in children is vital to avoid lifelong visual impairment. Early detection provides the best opportunity for effective treatment. Organizations devoted to the health and well-being of children have issued recommendations or policy statements regarding the timing of eye screenings and examinations.

Screening for amblyopia in preverbal children with photoscreening photographs: IV. Interobserver variability in photograph grading: origin and method of reduction.

Background: Earlier detection of childhood vision disorders is a prominent goal of vision screening. The Medical Technology and Innovation (MTI) PhotoScreener addresses this objective. Use of this camera does not require verbal feedback and may be administered early in a child's development.