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. Talk with a qualified provider about your own situation. If you have a medical emergency, call 911.