Strabismus (Squint)
Giving You Clarity in Vision Care
Strabismus, sometimes known as a squint, is more than just a cosmetic issue—it can impact vision, depth perception, and overall eye health. At Tauranga Eye Specialists, we’re here to help parents and adults understand this condition, its symptoms, and the treatment options available.
Whether you’re concerned about your child’s eye alignment or experiencing strabismus as an adult, expert and compassionate care is just a call away.
What is Strabismus?
Strabismus is a condition where the eyes don’t align properly, causing them to turn in different directions. It can occur due to muscle imbalances, nerve issues, or focusing problems. Left untreated, it may lead to impaired vision or even permanent vision loss (amblyopia) in children.
Common Symptoms of Strabismus:
- Misaligned eyes (one or both turning inwards, outwards, upwards, or downwards)
- Double vision
- Difficulty focusing
- Head tilting or squinting
- Trouble with depth perception
Early detection and treatment are vital to achieving the best outcomes for patients of all ages.
Understanding Treatment Options
For Children
- Eye patching to strengthen a weaker eye
- Glasses to correct focusing issues
- Surgical correction for more severe misalignments
For Adults
- Surgery to realign the eyes for both cosmetic and functional improvement
- Vision therapy to improve coordination between the eyes
- Bespoke treatments tailored to your lifestyle and vision goals
Our team remains at the forefront of innovations in ophthalmology, offering you the very latest treatments for the best possible results.
Why Choose Our Clinic for Strabismus Treatment?
For our team, ophthalmology is more than a vocation, it’s a passion and privilege. Every day, we witness how clearer vision transforms our patients’ quality of life. We make it our mission to be at the forefront of the latest treatments so we provide the best care possible.
Local, personalised care from internationally acclaimed specialists
Easily accessible for private patients from Coromandel, the Waikato and Auckland.
Wide range of subspecialties under one roof, so you can be treated for multiple conditions at the same time, minimising stress and inconvenience.
Internationally acclaimed surgeons trained at world-leading institutions ( Bristol Eye Hospital in the UK, Moorfields Eye Hospital, Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital & University Hospital Southampton Foundation NHS Trust).
Leaders in ophthalmology, holding positions in esteemed organisations like The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists.
Access to the latest treatments and exclusive advanced technologies.
Personalised care with a broad range of options tailored to individual needs.
Personalised care with a broad range of options tailored to individual needs.
