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By: Dr. Amber Teten, Chesapeake Pediatric Eye Doctor As a pediatric eye doctor, Dr. Teten often sees children struggling with vision problems requiring them to wear glasses. For many kids, the idea of wearing glasses can be daunting. Still, with the proper support and guidance, they can adjust to this

By: Dr. Amber Teten – Chesapeake Pediatric Eye Doctor As the weather gets warmer and children start participating in outdoor sports activities, keeping their eye safety in mind is important. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, nearly 40,000 sports-related eye injuries occur in the United States annually, and many

By: Dr. Amber Teten – Chesapeake Pediatric Eye Doctor Children across the country are gearing up for swim season as the warm weather approaches. With trips to the beach, pool parties, and swim meets on the horizon, parents may have concerns about the safety of their children’s eyes while swimming.

By: Dr. Amber Teten – Chesapeake Pediatric Eye Doctor As parents, we want the best for our children. One of the most important things we can do for them is to ensure they are healthy, including their eyesight. Schools often provide vision screenings as part of their routine health checks,

By: Dr. Amber Teten, Chesapeake Pediatric Eye Doctor One common question a pediatric eye doctor may get from parents is why their child may need glasses. It’s a valid concern and one that we are happy to address. First and foremost, it’s important to understand that vision problems can affect

By: Dr. Amber Teten, Chesapeake Pediatric Eye Doctor One of the most common questions a pediatric eye doctor may get from parents is, “at what age are contact lenses appropriate for children?” This is a valid concern as contact lenses require proper care and maintenance, and parents want to ensure

By: Dr. Amber Teten – Chesapeake Pediatric Eye Doctor Ask any pediatric eye doctor, and they will tell you that far-sightedness is a common eye condition in children. Far-sightedness, also known as hyperopia, is a refractive error where light entering the eye is not focused correctly, causing distant objects to

By: Dr. Amber Teten, Chesapeake Pediatric Eye Doctor Astigmatism is a common eye condition that can be identified in children. It can also be confusing and overwhelming for parents that have a child with astigmatism. Dr. Teten, a pediatric eye doctor, looks to provide comprehensive information about astigmatism in children,

By: Dr. Amber Teten, Chesapeake Pediatric Eye Doctor As a parent, you want your child to be healthy and thrive in every aspect of their life. One critical area that sometimes gets overlooked is eye health. Ensuring your child’s eyes are healthy and developing correctly is essential. That’s where a

By: Dr. Amber Teten, Chesapeake Pediatric Eye Doctor As a parent, your child’s health and well-being are your top priority, including their eye health. Ensuring that your child’s vision is developing typically and that there are no underlying eye conditions is crucial for their overall health and academic success. However,