Pediatric & Squint Specialist in Gurgaon

Dayal Eye Centre’s paediatric and squint service is led by Dr. Digvijay Singh, an AIIMS-trained super-specialist in paediatric ophthalmology, strabismus (squint) and neuro-ophthalmology. He trained for around 12 years at AIIMS New Delhi, has operated all forms of squint in children and adults, and has over 70 publications to his name.

A screening at 6 to 12 months, again around age 3, and before starting school — earlier if you notice an eye that turns, a head tilt, or the child sitting very close to the TV. Childhood vision develops until about age eight, so early detection matters.

A constant squint after about four months of age does not resolve on its own and needs assessment. Treating it early protects vision and binocular development, not just appearance. Some intermittent squints are managed with glasses or exercises, while others need surgery.

Yes. Squint surgery is a well-established, safe procedure performed under general anaesthesia for children in our NABH-accredited facility. In selected cases adjustable sutures allow fine-tuning of alignment. Recovery is usually quick with guided follow-up.

Squint surgery ranges from about ₹20,000 to ₹70,000 per procedure, depending mainly on how many eye muscles are operated and the technique used. Single-muscle surgery starts from around ₹30,000. Every figure is starting-from and confirmed after examination.

Squint correction is usually medically necessary and commonly covered, subject to your policy. We support cashless and TPA networks, government schemes and Easy EMI via Savein and select NBFC partners.

Yes. Squint can be corrected at any age. Adult squint surgery improves eye alignment, relieves double vision in many cases, and restores confidence. Dr. Digvijay Singh treats both children and adults.