Is “Eye Exam” On Your Child’s Back-to-School Checklist?

Preparing for the start of a new school year? Perhaps you should add Eye Exam to the top of your child’s school list.

“Starting by age five, children should have already had at least one eye exam by a professional” says Dr. James Bryan, MD. “Vision is a critical tool when it comes to your child learning.” In fact, experts say that 80% of what children learn in school is achieved visually. However, it is reported that one in four school-age children have some form of vision problem which can interfere with academic performance.

Family history can also play a role making it especially important that the child receives a complete eye exam if a parent or sibling is known to have any eye problems.

If you notice your child squinting, uninterested in reading, or seems to be "daydreaming" because he cannot see the letters in a book or on the board, it might be time to make an eye appointment.

Please call our office to schedule an appointment for your child with either Dr. Bryan or Dr. Scroggs at 919-967-4836.

Latisse...Voluptuous Lashes Can Be Yours!

Do you wish you had long, beautiful eye lashes? Well it can be reality thanks to the makers of Botox, drug giant Allergan. Latisse is the first prescription product which has been approved by the FDA to grow thicker, fuller lashes in just 4 to 8 weeks of regular daily use.

If you love lash extensions and dye but are tired of spending an hour at the salon every month, Latisse is a better, safer and less expensive alternative. The result is a more natural look with all of the advantages of long, thick, full lashes.

Follow our blog to see how Latisse works as we will do our own demo on a lucky staff member!

For more information on Latisse, call Carolina Ophthalmology Associates at 945-3937.