What Is Myopia Management?
Overview
Myopia management is a proactive approach to slowing the progression of nearsightedness, called myopia, in children. As a child's eyes growtheir vision can worsen and raise the risk of serious eye conditions later in life. By using proven treatments such as MiSight® 1 day contact lenses or atropine eye drops our optometrists can help reduce the rate of myopia progression. Catching this early in a child's development is very important. Regular monitoring as they grow allows us to tailor treatment to your child's needs and help protect their long-term eye health and visual acuity.
MiSight® 1 day
If your child's nearsightedness is getting worse each year, early treatment can make a lasting difference. MiSight® 1 day contact lenses are the first FDA-approved soft contact lenses proven to slow the progression of myopia in children. As part of a comprehensive myopia management program, MiSight® lenses not only provide clear vision but also help reduce the rate at which childhood myopia progresses.
Research shows that slowing myopia progression may lower the risk of serious eye diseases later in life, including retinal detachment, glaucoma, cataracts, and myopic macular degeneration. These daily disposable contact lenses are safe, convenient, and designed for active children, making them an excellent option for families looking to protect their child's eye health.
Our experienced eye doctors will evaluate your child's vision and determine whether MiSight® 1 day contact lenses are the right choice. Schedule a myopia management consultation today to learn how early treatment can help preserve your child's vision for the future.
Atropine Eye Drops
Low-dose atropine eye drops offer a gentle, clinically proven way to slow down rapidly worsening nearsightedness in growing children. This proactive treatment targets the root cause of myopia by gently limiting the rapid elongation of the eye. Formulated at an incredibly mild concentration, it fits effortlessly into your family's evening routine with just a single drop in each eye right before bed. This allows the treatment to safely protect your child's long-term eye health while they sleep, without disrupting their normal daytime activities, schoolwork, or play. If contact lenses aren't for you this is an effective solution that significantly lowers the risk of serious eye conditions in adult years.
