Myopia Management at Our Frisco Eye Clinic
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a common condition in children that can worsen over time, increasing the risk of serious eye issues later in life. At our Frisco clinic, we offer advanced myopia management solutions, including MiSight contact lenses, to slow its progression.
Early intervention is key to preserving your child’s long-term vision and eye health.
Does My Child Need Myopia Management?
If your child struggles to see objects at a distance, such as the classroom board, they may have myopia. Early diagnosis and management are crucial to slowing the progression of myopia and reducing the risk of future complications.
Schedule an eye exam to determine if myopia management is right for your child.
MiSight Contact Lenses and Myopia Management
MiSight contact lenses are specifically designed for children with myopia. These daily disposable lenses have been clinically proven to slow the progression of nearsightedness, making them an effective tool in myopia management.
By using MiSight lenses, you can help protect your child’s vision and reduce the risk of developing more severe eye conditions later in life, such as retinal detachment or glaucoma.
Symptoms of Myopia
Signs of myopia in children include squinting, holding objects close to their face, or difficulty seeing distant objects clearly. If your child experiences these symptoms, it’s important to have their eyes examined promptly.
Myopia and Your Child's Risk of Eye Disease
As your child’s myopia progresses and worsens, they heighten their risk of developing vision-threatening eye diseases later in life.
In fact, their odds of developing vision loss due to glaucoma, macular degeneration or retinal disease increase by as much as 10x!
Factors That Increase Risk of Myopia
Children are more likely to develop myopia if they spend excessive time on close-up tasks, such as reading or using digital devices, and spend limited time outdoors.
A family history of myopia also increases their risk. Regular eye exams can help monitor and manage these factors effectively.
What Factors Increase Risk of Myopia?
According to our eye care team, the following factors may increase the risk of nearsightedness:
Myopic parents (one or both) increases the child's risk of nearsightedness.
Developing myopia before age 12 significantly increases the risk of severe myopia.
Spending too much time on digital screens and reading books can strain the eyes, increasing risk of nearsightedness.
Myopia Management FAQ
Protect your child’s long-term vision and eye health. Contact our Frisco optometry team regarding myopia management at Vision Advancement Center today!
