For families in Santacruz West, noticing that a child's eyes do not line up can be worrying, and it is natural to hope it will resolve by itself. Squint (strabismus) means the eyes do not point at the same target together — one eye may turn inward, outward, upward or downward. In children it can lead to a weak, so-called lazy eye (amblyopia) if the brain begins to ignore the misaligned eye, so early assessment gives the best chance of comfortable, well-aligned vision. Treatment is personalised: spectacles when a refractive error contributes, patching or orthoptic exercises, prism lenses to reduce double vision, Botox injection in selected cases, or eye muscle surgery when the eyes need to be realigned. Adults with squint or double vision can also be assessed. From Santacruz West, travel south along Linking Road to reach us. Trivision Eye Hospital is on the 2nd floor of V N Sphere Mall, Linking Road, Bandra West, directly opposite Shoppers Stop and above the Titan Showroom, with valet parking available.
Santacruz West patients travel south along Linking Road to reach Bandra West; the clinic is easily identified opposite Shoppers Stop, above the Titan Showroom, on Linking Road. [TODO verify route: exact recommended route/travel time from specific Santacruz West localities].
Squint (strabismus) is a condition in which the eyes do not align properly and do not work together as a team — one eye may turn inward, outward, upward or downward while the other remains focused. Trivision's team diagnoses and treats various types of squint to optimise visual comfort and clarity.
In children, a squint can lead to amblyopia (lazy eye), where the brain starts to ignore the input from the misaligned eye. Early assessment matters because the young visual system responds best to treatment. Adults can also develop squint or double vision, and can be assessed and treated.
Suitable for both children and adults noticing misaligned eyes, double vision, head tilting, closing one eye in bright light, or difficulty with depth perception. A comprehensive evaluation determines the type and severity of squint.
Parents should have a child's eyes examined if they stay misaligned, or if turning persists beyond around four to six months of age.
Dr. Sanjeev Balani — Founder & Chief Ophthalmologist — Glaucoma Specialist
A squint should not be assumed to settle by itself. Eyes that stay misaligned, or turning that persists beyond around four to six months of age, should be examined.
No. Many children are managed with glasses, patching or exercises. Surgery is considered when the eyes need to be realigned.
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