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Myopia Management for Kids Lakeville Family Eye Care

Nearsightedness and How it Manifests In Children

As parents, we all want to ensure our children have the best possible start in life and part of that means taking care of their vision. Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a growing concern among children, as it can significantly impact their vision over time. Myopia is on the rise worldwide with research showing that 50% of the population will be myopic by 2050.

Early intervention with a comprehensive myopia management program can make a world of difference in your child’s future eye health. At Lakeville Family Eye Care, we specialize in personalized care that helps slow the progression of myopia, ensuring clearer vision for years to come.

Understanding Myopia: Why It’s on the Rise in Children child wearing glasses

Myopia occurs when the eye grows too long, causing light to focus in front of the retina rather than directly on it. This causes blurry long-distance vision while close-up vision remains clear. The prevalence of myopia is increasing, with more children being diagnosed at younger ages. Studies indicate a link between increased screen time, extended periods of close-up tasks, and lack of outdoor activities when it comes to developing myopia.

Many believe that myopia is a minor eye condition but if left untreated it can cause severe ocular issues like glaucoma, retinal detachment and cataracts. The earlier myopia is detected and managed, the more we can protect your child’s vision.

Personalized Myopia Management at Lakeville Family Eye Care

At Lakeville Family Eye Care, we offer a comprehensive myopia management program designed to slow the progression of myopia and protect your child’s future vision. Our program includes:

  • Specialized Lenses: We provide advanced lenses, such as MiSight Lenses which target the root cause of myopia progression. By using a dual-focus design, they redirect light to reduce the elongation of the eye, effectively slowing down the progression of myopia.
  • Multifocal Contact Lenses: These lenses help slow myopia progression by allowing clear vision at both near and far distances.
  • Vision Therapy: We may also incorporate vision therapy exercises, which improve visual function and help control the progression of myopia.

Each myopia management plan is tailored to your child’s unique needs, ensuring the best possible results.

Community Insight: Supporting Active Kids in Lakeville

In Lakeville, many children are actively involved in outdoor activities and sports. Managing myopia effectively not only helps improve their vision but also enhances their ability to perform well in sports and outdoor activities.

Whether your child enjoys soccer, swimming, or simply spending time outside, proper myopia control allows them to experience uninterrupted enjoyment of their favorite sport. When you schedule your little one for a comprehensive eye exam, we’ll be able to determine the next steps to take as we develop their myopia management plan.

Give Your Child the Gift of Clear Vision with Lakeville Family Eye Care

As myopia continues to rise in children, early intervention is key to ensuring long-term eye health. At Lakeville Family Eye Care, our personalized myopia management program provides advanced solutions to help slow the progression of myopia, giving your child the best chance for clear vision in the future. Schedule an eye exam and take the first step in protecting your child’s eyesight.