Myopia Management

What is Myopia?

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a condition where distance vision appears blurry while close-up vision remains clear. This happens when the eye grows too long or the cornea is too curved, causing light to focus incorrectly.

Myopia is becoming increasingly common. By 2050, it’s expected that nearly 50% of the population will be affected.

Why Myopia Management Matters

Myopia isn’t just about stronger glasses each year. As it progresses, it can increase the risk of more serious eye conditions later in life, including:

• Retinal detachment

• Glaucoma

• Early cataracts

• Myopic maculopathy
  
  

That’s why early management is so important. Slowing progression now helps protect your child’s vision for the future.

What Causes Myopia?

There’s no single cause, but several factors can contribute to the development and progression of myopia:

• Family history & genetics (higher risk if one or both parents are nearsighted)

• Increased screen time and close-up work

• Limited time spent outdoors

• Early onset (especially under age 9)

• Focusing or binocular vision dysfunction (BVD) issues
  
  

Common Signs of Myopia

• Complaints of blurry distance vision

• Squinting to see far away

• Sitting closer to screens or the board

• Frequent prescription changes
  
  

Myopia Management Treatment Options

MiSight® Contact Lenses

Daily disposable contact lenses designed for kids. They correct vision while also helping slow the elongation of the eye, which is the main cause of myopia progression. Easy to use and great for active lifestyles.

Orthokeratology (Ortho-K)

Custom lenses worn overnight that gently reshape the eye while your child sleeps. They wake up seeing clearly. No glasses or contacts needed during the day.

Atropine Eye Drops

A low-dose prescription drop used at night to help slow the progression of myopia. Simple, effective, and often used in combination with other treatments, especially for younger children.

Stellest™ Lenses

Specially designed glasses lenses that look like regular glasses. They are built to help reduce myopia progression while providing clear, comfortable vision for everyday wear.
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Our Approach

At Davie Family Eye Care / Ives Family Eyecare (interchangeable), we take a personalized approach to myopia management. Every child’s eyes are different, so we create a plan that fits their needs, lifestyle, and comfort.

Schedule a Myopia Consultation Today!