Strabismus Specialist

Squint Evaluation & Correction

Specialized care for eye misalignment in children and adults -- the earlier it's addressed, the better the outcome.

Noticing your child's eyes turning?

One or both eyes turning inward, outward, up, or down -- constantly or now and then -- along with head tilting to see better, are the most common early signs parents notice. The earlier this is evaluated, the better the outcome for normal visual development.

A childhood "lazy eye" that was never fully treated?

If squint or amblyopia was diagnosed in childhood but treatment wasn't completed, or you're an adult noticing new eye misalignment or double vision, evaluation and treatment are still worthwhile -- the approach is simply tailored differently than for young children.

Squint (strabismus) is a misalignment of the eyes that can affect appearance, depth perception, and — in children — normal visual development. In children, untreated squint can lead to amblyopia (“lazy eye”), a permanent reduction in vision in the misaligned eye, because the brain learns to ignore its input during critical developmental years.

Evaluation includes assessing the type and degree of misalignment, checking for any underlying refractive error, and determining whether amblyopia is present. Treatment is matched to the specific cause — not every squint requires surgery, and many cases improve significantly with glasses or vision therapy alone.

How We Evaluate

Ocular alignment and movement assessment
Refractive error check
Amblyopia screening

Treatment Options

Corrective Glasses: Many cases, especially in children, improve significantly with the right prescription alone.
Eye Patching / Vision Therapy: To strengthen a weaker eye and encourage normal visual development.
Strabismus Surgery: For cases where muscle realignment is needed, performed with precision for both function and appearance.
Adult Strabismus Care: Evaluation and treatment for misalignment that develops or persists into adulthood.

Conditions We Manage

Condition

Squint (Strabismus)

Condition

Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)

Frequently Asked Questions

Can squint be corrected in adults?

Yes. While the goals differ slightly from childhood treatment -- focusing more on alignment, double vision, and appearance rather than preventing amblyopia -- squint in adults is treatable with glasses, prism lenses, or surgery depending on the cause and severity.

Until what age can amblyopia be treated?

Amblyopia treatment is most effective before age 7-8, while the visual system is still developing. Some improvement is occasionally still possible in older children, but outcomes are generally better the earlier treatment begins -- which is why early screening matters so much.

Does squint always require surgery?

No. Many cases, especially in children, improve significantly with corrective glasses or vision therapy alone. Surgery is recommended specifically when muscle realignment is needed and isn't achievable through glasses or therapy.