Myopia, or nearsightedness, is more than just a need for glasses. When left untreated, it can progress and increase the risk of serious eye problems later in life. Myopia management uses proven treatments to slow down how quickly your child's vision changes. Our team offers multiple FDA-authorized options to help protect your child's long-term eye health.
Childhood myopia is becoming more common. If your child squints to see the board at school, holds devices close to their face, or complains of headaches, these could be early signs. The sooner myopia is identified and managed, the better the outcome for your child's vision. Our eye doctors can help you understand your child's risk factors and create a personalized treatment plan.
Ready to learn if myopia management is right for your child? Our team will evaluate your child's vision, discuss treatment options, and answer all your questions. Early intervention can make a meaningful difference in your child's long-term eye health.
Orthokeratology, or Ortho-K, uses specially designed lenses worn overnight to gently reshape your child's cornea while they sleep. In the morning, they remove the lenses and enjoy clear vision all day without glasses or contacts. Ortho-K is FDA approved for myopia correction and has been shown to help slow myopia progression in children.
Special soft contact lenses like MiSight 1 Day, NaturalVue, and SpecialEyes are designed to correct your child's vision while also slowing myopia progression. These daily disposable lenses are comfortable, easy to use, and a great option for active children. MiSight is the first FDA approved soft contact lens specifically for myopia control in children.
Stellest lenses offer a glasses-based option for children who prefer not to wear contact lenses. These FDA-authorized spectacle lenses use special technology to help slow myopia progression while providing clear vision for everyday activities.
Myopia develops when the eye grows too long from front to back, causing distant objects to appear blurry. Both genetics and lifestyle factors play a role. Children with myopic parents have a higher risk, and spending more time on close-up activities like reading or screens may also contribute.
Yes. Slowing myopia progression can reduce your child's risk of developing serious eye conditions later in life, including retinal detachment, glaucoma, and cataracts. The earlier treatment begins, the more effective it can be at protecting your child's long-term vision.
Contact lenses for myopia management have been extensively studied and are considered safe for children when used as directed. Our eye doctors will determine if your child is a good candidate and provide thorough training on proper lens care.
Myopia management is typically continued throughout childhood and adolescence, when the eyes are still growing and changing. Most children continue treatment until their late teens or when their prescription stabilizes. Your eye doctor will monitor progress and adjust the treatment plan as needed.
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(84)Low dose atropine eye drops are a simple, non-invasive option for slowing myopia progression. Applied once daily at bedtime, these drops work by relaxing the focusing mechanism of the eye. Atropine can be used alone or combined with other treatments for enhanced results.
