The importance of myopia control for growing eyes
In today’s digital world, as children spend more time using screens and less time outdoors, myopia (nearsightedness) is becoming more common. This condition affects the ability to see distant objects clearly and, if left unmanaged, it can lead to serious eye health issues later in life.
We understand that as a parent, it’s natural to feel concerned about your child’s vision. That’s why we’re here to share everything you need to know about myopia and young eyes. As myopia can affect people of any age, this is also relevant for adults. Read on to learn how our specialized myopia control services can safeguard your child’s sight and protect their long-term eye health.
What is myopia?
Myopia is an eye condition where distant objects appear blurry, while close-up objects remain clear. It occurs when the eye is too long or the cornea is too curved, causing light to focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it. Common symptoms of myopia include:
- blurry vision when looking at distant objects
- frequent squinting
- eye strain or headaches, especially after focusing on distant objects
- difficulty seeing the board at school or road signs
- sitting close to the TV or holding books very close while reading.
Whether in the classroom or during play, we understand how worrying it can be to notice your child struggling with their vision. Thankfully, early intervention through regular eye exams can help detect myopia as soon as possible, enabling proper treatment to be put in place.
The importance of myopia management
If left unmanaged, myopia can progressively worsen and increase the risk of severe eye conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, or retinal detachment. However, with early detection, we can take steps to slow the progression of myopia in children and teens, reducing the likelihood of future complications and helping them enjoy clearer, healthier vision.
Our myopia management toolbox
Our compassionate team offers a range of myopia control solutions tailored to meet your child’s needs.
- Ortho-k (orthokeratology) – these overnight lenses gently reshape the cornea while your child sleeps, providing clear vision without needing to wear lenses during the day and slowing myopia progression.
- Specialized soft lenses – designed for daytime use, these lenses help control myopia by altering how light enters the eye, and therefore slowing its progression.
- Prescription eye drops – these medicated drops can help slow the worsening of myopia, particularly in younger children.
Eye care services you can trust
We know how important your child’s vision is to you and to their quality life, which is why we’re here to provide the support and care your family deserves. Using advanced technology, our expert team is dedicated to providing personalized myopia control solutions that protect and preserve your child’s vision. As ongoing monitoring is key to ensuring long-term success in managing myopia and maintaining children’s eye health, be sure to regularly schedule your child’s eye exam.
Get in touch
We invite you to schedule your child’s appointment with our friendly team today to explore our myopia control solutions and protect your child’s long-term eye health.