Pediatric Eye Care in Charlotte, NC
Comprehensive pediatric eye care with age-appropriate examinations and specialized treatments to help ensure your child develops healthy vision for life.
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Why Early Exams Matter
Children’s vision problems often have no obvious symptoms, yet early detection is critical. Many conditions must be treated before age 7–8, when the brain’s visual pathways become fixed, after which treatment becomes far less effective.
A child’s brain develops rapidly, making it essential to identify vision problems in the first months of life. Early comprehensive exams establish a baseline and track changes over time, giving your child the best possible foundation for learning and development.
Conditions We Treat
We diagnose and treat refractive errors, amblyopia (lazy eye), strabismus (crossed or wandering eyes), pediatric cataracts, blocked tear ducts, ptosis (drooping eyelids), and other congenital conditions in children of all ages.
Each condition has a critical treatment window. Amblyopia, for example, is most successfully treated before age 7. Our fellowship-trained pediatric ophthalmologists specialize in catching and treating these conditions during the periods when intervention works best.
What to Expect
Our pediatric specialists use age-appropriate examination techniques for every stage — from toys and lights for infants, to matching games for preschoolers, to traditional chart testing for school-age children — in a welcoming, kid-friendly environment.
We understand children may feel anxious about comprehensive eye exams. Our team creates a comfortable, positive experience and communicates every step to both the child and parents. Routine pediatric exams typically take 60–90 minutes including dilation time.
Treatment Options
From durable prescription glasses designed for active kids to patching therapy for lazy eye and surgical options when needed, we offer the full range of pediatric eye care, all coordinated under one roof with fellowship-trained specialists.
We carry kid-friendly frame brands like Miraflex and DilliDalli, and fun Ortopad eye patches that make amblyopia treatment more enjoyable. When surgery is needed, our pediatric ophthalmologists perform procedures as comfortable outpatient visits.
Pediatric Treatment Options
Gentle, effective treatments designed specifically for young patients, from prescription glasses, contact lenses and patching therapy to surgical solutions for complex pediatric eye conditions.
Prescription Glasses for Children
Comfortable, durable frames from trusted brands like Miraflex and DilliDalli, designed for active kids with flexible materials, safe construction, and fun colors. Starting at $99.
Amblyopia (Lazy Eye) Treatment
Prescription glasses, fun Ortopad eye patches, or blurring drops encourage the weaker eye to develop. Most amblyopia can be cured when treatment begins before age 7.
Strabismus Treatment
Misaligned eyes can be corrected with glasses, prism lenses, vision therapy, or surgery depending on type and severity — our specialists determine the right approach for each child.
Pediatric Surgical Treatments
Outpatient surgical solutions for strabismus, pediatric cataracts, ptosis, and other conditions. Most children return to normal activities within a few days of surgery.
Meet Your Charlotte Pediatric Eye Specialists
Fellowship-trained pediatric ophthalmologists with specialized expertise in children’s eye conditions.
Stephen A. Daugherty, MD
Pediatric Ophthalmology & Adult Strabismus Specialist
Benjamin C. Kramer, MD
Pediatric Ophthalmology & Adult Strabismus Specialist
Serving Cotswold, Huntersville & Mallard Creek
Pediatric Eye Care Across Charlotte
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