Bolt Eye Group · Kids’ Eye Exams
Eye exams for kids, made friendly
Much of what children learn comes through their eyes. We check vision, eye health and eye teaming, and we take our time with little ones and nervous first-timers.
First examAsk about infants and toddlers
Myopia controlOrtho-K at four offices
OfficesAll five locations
Why exams matter
A school screening is not an eye exam.
School and pediatrician screenings check how well a child reads letters across the room. They can miss farsightedness, focusing problems, eye teaming problems and eye health issues that make reading and learning harder.
Clear vision
We check distance and near vision and measure the prescription, even in kids who cannot read letters yet.
Lazy eye and eye turns
We look for amblyopia (lazy eye) and strabismus (eye turns), which respond best to early treatment.
Eye teaming and focusing
We check how well the eyes work together and focus up close, which affects reading and homework.
Eye health
We examine the front and back of the eyes for health problems.
Myopia growth
We track nearsightedness and talk with you about slowing it down if it is getting worse.
Screen habits
We give practical tips on screen time, breaks and outdoor time.
Signs to watch for
When to book sooner.
- Squinting, closing one eye or tilting the head
- Sitting very close to the TV or holding books close
- Rubbing eyes often, headaches or tired eyes after reading
- Losing their place while reading or using a finger to follow along
- Avoiding reading or close work
- An eye that turns in, out, up or down
- A white or unusual reflection in the pupil in photos (call us right away)
Beyond glasses
Options that grow with your child.
Kids’ glasses
Durable, comfortable frames that fit small faces, with lenses that hold up to real life.
Learn more →Questions
Questions from parents.
When should my child have a first eye exam?
Children should have their eyes checked as infants, again around age three, before starting school, and then regularly as their doctor recommends. Call us sooner if you notice any warning signs.
My child can’t read yet. Can you still check their eyes?
Yes. We use pictures, matching games and objective tests that do not need answers from your child.
Will my child’s eyes be dilated?
Often, yes. Drops help us measure the true prescription in children, whose eyes focus very strongly, and let us see the back of the eye.
What if my child has trouble reading?
We check vision, focusing and eye teaming. If we find something outside eye care, we will refer you to the right specialist.
Five offices · Book online any time
Book your child’s eye exam
Pick your office to book online, or call or text us. Same-day visits are available for red, painful or injured eyes.
575 Professional Dr #100
Mon – Thu · 9 – 5
Every other Sat · 9 – 2 (by appointment)
678-993-2020
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We accept VSP, EyeMed, Medicare and most major medical plans (BCBS, Aetna, UHC, Cigna, Humana), plus Davis, Spectera and other vision plans. HSA/FSA cards and CareCredit welcome.