At what age should strabismus be treated?

A squint should be assessed as soon as it is noticed. In children, early treatment with glasses, patching or surgery helps the eyes work together and prevents lazy eye. Strabismus surgery can also be done in adults, to improve alignment, double vision or appearance. Your eye doctor will advise on timing.

Is strabismus surgery safe for children?

Strabismus surgery is a commonly performed operation in children. It is done under general anaesthetic and adjusts the eye muscles to improve alignment. Most children go home the same day and return to school within about a week. Some children need more than one operation, and your surgeon will explain the risks before surgery.

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Squint (Strabismus) Surgery for Children and Adults

Squint (strabismus) surgery adjusts the eye muscles to improve how the eyes line up, in children and adults. Finland Eye Center offers it at its clinics in Muscat, Sohar and Salalah.

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What is squint surgery?

Strabismus surgery corrects misaligned eyes (crossed eyes or wall eyes) by adjusting the eye muscles. This procedure improves eye coordination, depth perception, and appearance, enhancing both vision and quality of life.

Benefits of squint surgery

Improved Eye Alignment - Restore proper eye positioning and coordination

Enhanced Depth Perception - Better binocular vision and 3D perception

Cosmetic Improvement - Boost confidence with properly aligned eyes

Prevent Amblyopia - Early treatment prevents lazy eye development in children

How does squint surgery work?

Pre-operative Assessment: Comprehensive eye exam to measure misalignment and plan surgery.

Anesthesia: General anesthesia for children, local for adults.

Muscle Adjustment: Precise weakening or strengthening of eye muscles to correct alignment.

Fine Tuning: Careful adjustment of the eye position.

Recovery Care: Post-operative exercises and follow-up to ensure stable alignment.

Time and recovery for squint surgery

Duration

60 minutes

Recovery Time

1-2 weeks for healing, 4-6 weeks for full recovery

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Book a consultation at your nearest clinic. Your eye doctor will check your eyes and explain whether this treatment is right for you.

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