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Sports Glasses for Kids: Are They Necessary?

by Eyes On Missouri | Mar 2, 2021 | Eye Care, Eye Health, Featured, Glasses, Kids Health, Sports Eyewear

Do you have a little athlete? If your kids play sports — whether competitively or just for fun — they’re at greater risk of eye injuries. Here’s what you need to know about protective eyewear. You put your kids in sports because there are such a variety of health...

September Is Sports Eye Safety Month

by Eyes On Missouri | Sep 3, 2020 | Kids Health, News, Sports Eyewear

Did you know that there are more than 30,000 sports-related eye injuries treated each year? And that 90 percent of serious eye injuries can be prevented by wearing protective eyewear? Know the facts about protecting and keeping your eyes safe during sports. ...

Buying Children’s Eyeglasses: What to Consider

by Eyes On Missouri | Aug 20, 2020 | Glasses, Kids Health

Once your child or teen has an eye exam and receives a vision prescription, now comes the fun part: They get to pick out their very own eyeglasses. In addition to helping your child see clearly, the right eyeglasses can boost confidence and protect little eyes. These...

What to Expect at Your Kid’s Eye Exam

by Eyes On Missouri | Aug 12, 2020 | Eye Care, Eye Health, Kids Health

For kids, a trip to the eye doctor can be both scary and exciting. They’re exposed to a new environment, all that strange equipment, plus attention from unfamiliar people. If this is your child’s first comprehensive eye exam, here’s what you and your little one can...

Back-to-School Eye Care for Kids: What You Need to Know in 2020

by Eyes On Missouri | Aug 6, 2020 | Eye Health, Kids Health, News

It’s almost back-to-school time! Are your little one’s eyes ready for the new year? With virtual learning becoming the norm, find out how you can help keep their eyes healthy despite extra screen time, and why an eye exam is still so important. Take Care With Screen...

We’re Here for Your Eye Care

by Eyes On Missouri | Aug 5, 2020 | Eye Health, Kids Health, News

Are you due for your eye exam, but don’t know if your eye doctor is open again, or even if it’s safe to go to the eye doctor? Our top priority is that you feel welcomed back in a safe, friendly way. Here’s everything you need to know about coming in. We can’t wait to...