Kids And Contacts - Is Your Child Ready?
Nine-year old Hunter came home from school looking like he’d barely survived a school yard brawl. His glasses were awkwardly bent with one side sitting on his nose while the other protruded uncomfortably skyward. “What happened?” his mom asked. “I got hit with the basketball during recess.” With stories like this circulating PTA meetings, parents are asking, “When should I let my kid try contacts?” The answer is swiftly evolving and may be surprising.
Pediatricians have long recommended that children wait until early teens before considering contact lenses. However, as cleaning and storing becomes less complicated, some doctors are allowing patients as young as 8 try contacts. Here are some issues to consider if you’re thinking about making the switch from glasses to contacts:
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