Getting a pair of eyeglasses for your child is necessary for your child’s formative years. The American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus advises parents to bring their children in for regular eye checks at an early age. This can help determine which type of glasses will be suitable for their children. Here is a guide if you are getting your child a good pair of spectacles for the first time.

Select a Fun and Attractive Design

The thought of wearing eyeglasses can make a child feel uneasy. That is why it is important to involve them in their eye care. Let them choose the design they want. Modern eyeglass designs have colorful variations. Your child can choose the right style. That way, your child can appreciate your insight and gain more confidence from your approval.

Think About the Right Frame Size

There are different eyeglass frames available for every child. Even an infant can wear a pair now. It should be easy for you to choose the right one for your child. The size of the frame will help determine the thickness of the lens. Try to avoid large frames if your child has a high prescription. This would mean thicker lenses that will make the eyeglasses heavier.

Make Sure the Bridge Has an Appropriate Fit

The nose develops late in everyone. Your child will not have a fully-developed nose yet. The bridge is not enough to prevent the eyeglasses from sliding down. This can make choosing the right eyeglass frame for your child a little difficult. Most frames have adjustable nose pads that help keep the glasses in place.

Choose the Right Frame Material

Modern eyeglass frames, plastic or metal, are more durable and affordable. They are even lighter. Some frames also have a combination of plastic and metal components. If your child is allergic to metal, you can choose hypoallergenic glasses. Finding the right material for your child will help make the experience of wearing glasses more pleasant.

Select the Right Lens Material

Choosing the right lens material is important as well. Polycarbonate is ideal for kids. These are more comfortable and durable than regular plastic or glass lenses. They are also light, scratch-resistant, and shatter-resistant. You can ask for a UV protection coating. This will protect your child’s eyes from the harmful effects of UV rays.

Think About the Spring Hinges

These hinges allow the temples of the frames to bend outward without damaging them. Children do not think about their eyeglasses and what playfulness can do to them. They also tend to fall asleep with their glasses still on. Spring hinges can prevent frequent repairs or adjustments. They can save you time, money, and energy.

Finding the right glasses can help give your child a good head start in life. At Specs Appeal, we always aim to help our patients receive eye care products and services of the highest quality. Please drop by our clinics in St. George, Utah, and Mesquite, Nevada, for a one-on-one consultation. Feel free to reach us by dialing 435-216-7059 (near Brigham Young Winter Home), 435-628-1112 (in Lin’s Market), or 702-346-2950 (Mesquite) if you want to set an appointment or ask about our eyewear collection for children. Please visit our website from time to time for details about our soon-to-open Little Valley branch.