Complete Vision Care Festus is now open every first and third Saturdays of each month, so make an appointment today.  Complete Vision Care is located at 600 Westwood Drive in Festus and will be open from 7:30 am to 12:00 pm on these Saturdays.  We understand the schedule of working individuals and realize that taking time off work for doctor appointments is not how you want to use your earned time off.

Doctors Mark Kahrhoff and Dustin Wiles will be available for comprehensive eye examinations including contact lens fitttings.  Our team of expert opticians will be available for eyewear consultation to help you select the perfect frame and lenses.  Call our office at (636) 931-2020 or click request an appointment to schedule an examination today.

It should come as no surprise that Americans today are living much longer than past generations.  We’re also aging differently than our parents and grandparents. Baby boomers are entering their retirement years, but they aren’t about to slow down. Instead, they are looking for breath-taking experiences; and with this adventurous mindset comes the need to travel – specifically the need to travel by car. No matter the distance, getting behind the wheel of a car should be taken seriously and approached with safety in mind.

To keep yourself safe consider these proactive tips to keep your vision in tip-top shape.

• Eat your veggies. Those dark, leafy vegetables such as kale and broccoli contain zeaxanthin and lutein which act as antioxidants in the eye, helping protect and maintain healthy cells.
• Eliminate distractions. When you are behind the wheel, the road in front of you should have your full attention. Avoid using your cell phone or adjusting the radio or  navigation system while driving. If something requires your attention, it’s best to pull over to a safe spot. Don’t try to multi-task!
• Upgrade your shades. Glare can be distracting and bothersome to everyone while driving. Don’t let the sun add to your chance of an accident. Polarized lenses reduce blinding glare by adding an additional layer of much-needed protection against the sun’s rays.
• Regular Eye Examinations. Regular visits will ensure that your current prescription lenses are providing the best vision possible. If you wear prescription glasses full-time, ask about prescription sunglasses. We can turn your favorite sunglasses into prescription sunglasses – all you have to do is ask.

There’s an entire world out there full of amazing adventures waiting for you. Don’t let your vision hold you back.

Since 80% of learning is done visually, 3 years old is when Complete Vision Care recommends your children's first eye examination if you haven't noticed any troubles prior.  We do see children as young as 6 months old if you have noticed trouble prior to three years old.  Having your child's eyes examined this young is vital to ensuring (s)he is ready for school. There are many easily correctable vision-related troubles that can impede on your child's learning that we will assess at the eye examination. Even if you do not have vision insurance on your child, the Affordable Care Act recently made it mandatory for all medical insurances to cover a routine eye examination annually for children under the age of 18.

How will an eye examination play a role in my child's learning?

Approximately 80% of learning is done visually. Vision conditions that are undiagnosed and untreated become stumbling blocks to learning.  When children are visually able to learn, they have the potential to be successful in everything they do.

Think about the tasks students tackle each day like reading & spelling, writing & computer work.  To complete these tasks children must be able to see and understand information.  Healthy vision is more than just the ability to see clearly from one end of the classroom to the other.  It also includes visualizing, understanding & applying information that comes into the brain through the eyes.

Here are the seven essential visual abilities needed for learning.
    -Visual Acuity:   Seeing clearly at distance or near
    -Accommodation: Maintaining clear vision as objects are move closer to the eyes
    -Eye Teaming:  Coordinating both eyes together so they both point at the exact same object
    -Eye Movement:  Tracking objects or views easily
    -Perception:  Interpreting correctly what is seen,  and then reacting to it
    -Eye-Hand Coordination:   Using the eyes to guide the hands.
    -Imagery:  Seeing pictures in the mind.
         -Remembering pictures of what has been seen in the past
         -Visualizing new pictures in the mind.

We will ensure your child's eyes are seeing clearly and functioning as a team so they can learn efficiently.

Warning Signs that your child may have vision trouble:

• Becomes easily distracted
• Avoids near tasks
• Has emotional outbursts
• Poor self image
• Shows aggressive behavior
• Has low comprehension
• Has trouble concentration
• Fails to complete assignments
• Is frustrated with school
• Uses exaggerated head movements
• Loses place and skips lines
• Holds books at a very close reading distance
• Has no voice inflection when reading
• Fatigues rapidly when reading

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