What Are Some Specific Reasons That Children Need Bifocals?
Bifocals may be recommended to reduce eye strain during close work which may lead to progressing near-sightedness. A single vision distance prescription may be inappropriate for near visual activities. Bifocals may be prescribed to help a child focus and aim the eyes more effectively. Bifocals may be helpful for children who have trouble shifting their focus from the desk to the blackboard and back again. Some children may show signs of strabismus (crossed-eyes) when looking at very close objects. For this reason, bifocals may be used to help the eyes aim correctly.
