Children's eyes need a different kind of attention, and so do adults dealing with squint or double vision. As a paediatric eye specialist in Navi Mumbai, our team handles everything from a child's first eye exam to squint correction surgery in Navi Mumbai, with a gentle approach that keeps young patients calm and parents informed.
Squint, medically known as strabismus, happens when the two eyes do not align in the same direction. One eye may drift inward, outward, upward or downward while the other stays fixed, either constantly or only at certain times, like when a child is tired or focusing closely on something.
Left unaddressed, especially in children, squint can affect depth perception and lead to lazy eye, where the brain starts to favour one eye over the other. Adults can develop squint too, sometimes linked to nerve or muscle issues that fall under neuro-ophthalmology in Navi Mumbai, which is why an accurate diagnosis matters at any age.
Any of these signs, in a child or an adult, are worth getting checked rather than waiting to see if they resolve on their own.
The eye turns inward, one of the most common types seen in young children.
The eye turns outward, often becoming more noticeable when a child is tired or daydreaming.
The eye turns upward or downward, less common but still requiring evaluation.
Present all the time, usually needing quicker intervention.
Appears only sometimes, such as during fatigue or intense concentration.
Caused by weakness or paralysis in the eye muscles or the nerves controlling them, often assessed alongside neuro-ophthalmology when nerve involvement is suspected.
Identifying the exact type guides whether glasses, eye exercises or squint correction surgery in Navi Mumbai is the right next step.
Not every case has an obvious cause, which is why a full evaluation matters more than guesswork.
A calm, child-friendly examination process matters just as much as the tests themselves when the patient is young.
Children do not always describe what they are seeing the way adults can, so our paediatric eye specialist in Navi Mumbai builds extra time into every child's appointment to make the exam comfortable rather than rushed.
For squint, we start with the least invasive option that will genuinely correct the issue, whether that means glasses, patching, eye exercises or referral for squint correction surgery, and we explain every recommendation to parents in plain language before moving ahead.
Not every squint case needs surgery. Many children respond well to glasses, patching, or vision therapy first, and surgery is recommended only when those options are not enough.
Redness and mild discomfort in the operated eye are normal for the first few days and settle gradually.
We stay reachable on WhatsApp for parents throughout recovery, since it helps to have quick answers when a child is uncomfortable or unsettled.
Cost varies depending on whether treatment involves glasses, vision therapy, or squint correction surgery in Navi Mumbai, as well as the type and complexity of the squint. Rather than quote a generic number, we assess the child or adult first and provide a clear, itemised estimate with no hidden charges.
Our team can also guide you through payment options and insurance or cashless assistance where applicable.
Dr Prajakta Thakur leads paediatric ophthalmology and squint care at Neyera Magic Eye Care, focusing specifically on children's vision and eye alignment rather than general adult eye care.
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