Myopia Management

What is Myopia?

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a common vision condition where distant objects appear blurry while close-up objects remain clear. It often begins in childhood and tends to progress over time, especially during school years. Myopia is a very common issue throughout the world. Approximately 1/3 of the population in the United States have the condition and over 90% of several East Asian countries suffer from myopia. By the year 2050, it is expected that 50% of the world will be myopic.

Why Manage Myopia?

Unchecked myopia progression can lead to stronger prescriptions and an increased risk of eye diseases later in life, such as retinal detachment, cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. Our goal is to slow myopia progression and protect long-term eye health.

Myopia Management Treatment Options

At Eyes & Optics, we offer a variety of treatments tailored to each child’s needs, including:

Orthokeratology (Ortho-K): Orthokeratology is a non-surgical vision correction option that uses custom-designed rigid contact lenses worn overnight. While your child sleeps, these lenses gently reshape the front surface of the eye (the cornea). In the morning, the lenses are removed, allowing clear vision all day without glasses or daytime contact lenses. This approach is often preferred for athletes or other active individuals.
MiSight® 1 day Contact Lenses: Soft contact lenses for myopia management are daily disposable contact lenses designed specifically for children with myopia. Unlike regular contacts that only correct vision, these lenses are designed to slow the progression of myopia. MiSight is the first FDA-approved soft contact lens shown to slow myopia progression in children.
Atropine Eye Drops: Low-dose atropine can help slow down myopia progression with minimal side effects. Atropine in the past was used for the treatment of amblyopia (lazy eye), but when used for myopia the concentration of atropine is a much lower percentage. This eye drop temporarily blocks the accommodation reflex of the eye and dilates the pupils slightly.
Stellest Spectacle Lenses: Stellest spectacle lenses became FDA-approved in 2025. Stellest lenses are specially designed spectacle lenses that look and feel like regular glasses but use advanced lens technology to slow the progression of myopia.

Who is a Candidate?

Children and teenagers with progressive myopia may benefit from myopia management. During a FREE consultation, we assess eye health, prescription changes, and lifestyle factors to recommend the best treatment plan.

Schedule a Myopia Consultation

If your child’s prescription is changing frequently or you’re concerned about their nearsightedness, we’re here to help. Contact us today to schedule a FREE consultation and learn more about protecting your child’s vision.