Myopia Management for Pediatric Patients in San Diego

​​​​​​​

Does Your Child Need Myopia Management?

Is your child struggling to see the board at school? Do they squint their eyes while watching TV? Or maybe they complain of headaches after screen time?

All of these may be signs of nearsightedness (myopia), the most common eye disease amongst children. Myopia is a disease where objects nearby are clear but objects far away appear blurry. Myopia typically occurs because the eye grows too long during childhood. Myopia rates amongst children are growing dramatically here in California and throughout the U.S. due to a lack of outdoor time and potentially more near work like reading and device use.

That’s why early detection and intervention are crucial. Myopia management can help slow the progression of nearsightedness and protect your child's vision for the future. We are pleased to offer this service to families throughout San Diego.

Schedule a Complimentary Virtual Myopia Assessment or call 619-291-3836

What is Myopia Management?

Myopia management, also referred to as myopia control, is the use of specific treatments to slow the progression of nearsightedness in children. Untreated, myopia in children usually progresses and their vision gets worse throughout childhood. Myopia management also helps reduce the risk of vision-threatening diseases associated with high myopia later in life — including glaucoma, cataracts, and retinal disease.

Why Madison Optics Optometry for Your Child’s Myopia Care?

At Madison Optics Optometry, we are pleased to provide complete family eye care services. That's why we’ve partnered with Treehouse Eyes, the leading provider of myopia treatment in the country. This partnership allows us to offer the most advanced treatment options and proven techniques to help slow the progression of nearsightedness in your child. Our comprehensive myopia management services help to:

• Slow myopia progression: Left untreated, myopia can worsen over time. Myopia management can help slow this progression, protecting your child's vision for the future.
• Reduce the risk of eye problems: Untreated high myopia can increase the risk of serious eye diseases later in life. Myopia management helps reduce this risk.
• Improve your child's quality of life: Clear vision is essential for learning, playing sports, and enjoying everyday activities. Myopia management can help ensure your child experiences the world clearly.

Our practice has specialized diagnostic equipment, clinical expertise, and experience in working with children to successfully treat myopia, with personalized treatment plans for each child.

Ready to see if your myopia management is right for your child? Schedule a Complimentary Virtual Myopia Assessment , call 619-291-3836 or Request an Appointment

See how families like yours have benefitted from myopia treatment. We’re happy to serve families throughout the greater San Diego area.

LINK TO VIDEOS BELOW:
Reese's Experience with Treehouse Eyes
Treehouse Eyes Patients: Sima & Syona #

Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Myopia Management for Children In San Diego

Why Is My Child Myopic?

• Hereditary - If one or both parents are myopic (nearsighted), there is a greater risk that their kids will be nearsighted too.
• Environmental - Children who spend a lot of time performing near activities (reading, using hand-held electronics, etc) have a greater risk of becoming nearsighted. Research shows spending more time outside lowers the risk of childhood myopia.

Why are more children being diagnosed with myopia?

Lifestyle changes resulting in children spending less time outdoors, and more near work, is driving myopia to epidemic levels. The incidence rate of myopia amongst children in the U.S. has grown over 60% over the past thirty years.

Why is Myopia in Children a Concern?

• Vision - untreated, myopia in children usually progresses meaning their vision gets worse every year. This can impact activities, social life, and academic performance.
• Disease risk - higher levels of myopia increase the lifetime risk of serious eye diseases such as glaucoma and retinal diseases.

Can You Slow the Progression of Myopia in Kids?

YES! In expert hands like ours, myopia treatment can slow down or even stop their eyes from becoming more myopic (nearsighted). Stronger glasses each year should not be normal. There is no cure, but you can most likely improve how your eyes are changing. Currently, our office provides a variety of proven methods to treat pediatric myopia: prescription eye drops, daytime contact lenses, specialized glasses, and overnight contact lenses.

What Myopia Treatment Options Are Available for My Child?

At Madison Optics Optometry in San Diego, we take a very personal approach to each case. We will customize treatment based on your child’s situation to ensure the experience is successful. Every family is unique and every child needs a plan that will not only slow their myopia but open them up to a new world of possibilities for their vision. We will be there for you every step of the way to answer all your questions and to make sure your child has a great experience.

• Prescription Eye Drops - For some children, the use of a prescription eye drop may be the best treatment for managing myopia. Drops are typically applied at night before bed, and can be a good option for children not yet ready for a contact lens option.
• Multifocal Contact Lenses – These specially designed contact lenses have multiple focal points, and have been proven to dramatically slow the progression of myopia in most children. They are worn during the day so also provide clear vision without wearing glasses. There are FDA-approved options such as MiSight® 1 day myopia control soft contact lenses.
• Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) for Myopia Control – Orthokeratology, or Ortho-K, is a non-surgical treatment option for children with myopia. This treatment involves wearing special contact lenses overnight that reshape the cornea, allowing your child to experience clear vision during the day without the need for glasses or contacts. One of the most compelling reasons parents choose Ortho-K for their children is its ability to slow the progression of myopia. As a non-invasive treatment, Ortho-K provides both convenience and effectiveness in managing myopia in children.
• Specially Designed Glasses - Standard glasses only hide symptoms. Our specialized lenses, including FDA-approved options like Stellest™, use innovative lenslet technology to help manage how the eye grows. These specially designed glasses are great options for younger children who may not be ready for a contact lens option.

Schedule a Complimentary Virtual Myopia Assessment or call 619-291-3836.

Have more questions? See an additional Myopia FAQ.