If your child’s nearsightedness is getting worse year after year, you’re not imagining it — and you’re not powerless. Myopia management uses proven treatments to slow down how fast their eyes change, reducing their risk of serious eye problems later in life.
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Myopia (nearsightedness) means your child’s eye is growing longer than it should. Distant things look blurry, and every year the prescription tends to get a little stronger. It usually starts between ages 6 and 12, right when kids are doing more reading, more homework, and more screen time.
A stronger prescription isn’t just thicker glasses. The longer the eye grows, the more it stretches the delicate tissue inside — and that raises the lifetime risk of serious conditions:
The earlier you intervene, the more it helps. Children’s eyes are still growing, which means this is the window where treatment can make the biggest difference. Even slowing progression by half can meaningfully reduce their risk decades from now.
Some kids are more likely to develop worsening myopia than others. Common risk factors include:
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth having a conversation with one of our doctors.
Regular glasses correct what your child sees today, but they don’t slow down what’s happening inside the eye. These treatments do. We’ll help you figure out which one fits your child’s age, prescription, and daily life.
One drop in each eye at bedtime. That’s it. These prescription drops have been shown to slow myopia progression by 50–60% on average.
Daily disposable lenses that correct your child’s vision and slow progression at the same time. Great for active kids who want freedom from glasses.
The only FDA-approved myopia control spectacle lens in the U.S. — and we carry them. Stellest lenses look like regular glasses but use advanced optics to slow eye growth.
Dr. Wang and Dr. Stratton lead our myopia management program.
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Your child’s age, prescription, eye health, and daily routine all matter. Here’s what to expect:
No pressure, no upsell. Just a clear-eyed look at what’s happening and what we can do about it.
The ideal time is when myopia is first diagnosed or when you notice the prescription increasing each year — typically between ages 6 and 12. The earlier we start, the more total progression we can prevent. But it’s never “too late” — slowing things down at any point reduces long-term risk.
No treatment completely stops myopia. But they can meaningfully slow it down. Reducing progression by even 50% over the growing years can make a real difference in your child’s lifetime eye health and the thickness of their glasses.
Kids do better with contacts than most parents expect. MiSight lenses are FDA-approved for children as young as 8, and many kids adapt within a day or two. We’ll teach them how to put the lenses in and take them out, and make sure both of you are comfortable before sending them home.
Low-dose atropine has been studied extensively and is well tolerated by most children. The most common side effect at very low doses is mild light sensitivity, which is usually minimal. Your doctor will discuss the specific concentration and what to watch for.
Coverage varies. Some vision plans cover MiSight lenses or specialty fittings. Atropine drops are usually an out-of-pocket cost since they’re compounded. Our team can help you check your specific benefits and understand the costs upfront — no surprises.
Yes. Research consistently shows that children who spend more time outdoors — at least 90 minutes a day — have lower rates of myopia. It’s not a replacement for treatment if myopia is already progressing, but it’s a great complementary habit. And it’s free.
New patients always welcome. Most insurance plans accepted.
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