Pediatric myopia control

Childhood nearsightedness tends to progress year after year, and higher myopia carries a lifelong risk of retinal problems later. Myopia control does not just update the prescription, it aims to slow how fast the eye is lengthening.

What's Involved

Baseline measurement — Refraction and axial length tracking so progression is measured, not estimated.
Treatment options — Low-dose atropine, specialty soft lenses, or orthokeratology depending on the child.
Regular monitoring — Reviews through the growing years to confirm the approach is working.

When to Come In

A prescription that keeps climbing — A meaningful change at each annual exam.
Myopia in both parents — A strong predictor of faster progression.
Early onset — Nearsightedness beginning before around age ten.

This content is for general information only and isn't medical advice. Results vary from person to person, so talk with your eye doctor about your own eyes. If you have a medical emergency, call 911.