Myopia or nearsightedness is the most common refractive error worldwide and is estimated to rise to affect about 50 percent of the global population by the year 2050. Higher levels of myopia (-5.00D and up) are associated with increased risk of developing vision-threatening complications such as retinal detachment, macular degeneration, cataracts, and glaucoma. For many children, myopia can continue to progress well into their late teens and mid-twenties.
At Chino Hills Eyecare Optometry, we provide personalized myopia management plans to help slow this progression and support your child's long-term vision.What Is Myopia Management?
Traditional glasses and contact lenses can correct blurry vision, but myopia management is designed to address how quickly nearsightedness progresses. Children who develop myopia at a younger age often experience greater progression as they grow, which makes early detection and ongoing monitoring important. Routine pediatric eye exams allow us to evaluate your child's prescription, eye health, and changes in vision and prescription over time. Based on these findings, we can recommend a myopia management approach suited to your child's needs.
Signs Your Child May Have Myopia
Children do not always realize that their distance vision has changed. Parents may notice signs such as:
Squinting when looking at distant objects
Sitting closer to the television or classroom board
Holding devices or reading material unusually close
Complaining that distant objects look blurry
Having trouble seeing during sports or other distance activities
Eye Exams For The Whole Family
Comprehensive eye exams are important for children, adults, and seniors. Children may not always know how to explain vision changes, and adults may adapt to blurry or strained vision without realizing their prescription has changed. Seniors may need closer monitoring for age-related eye conditions.
At Chino Hills Eyecare Optometry, we care for patients of all ages and take time to explain findings clearly. Children as young as 6 months old can have their first eye exam. Our goal is to help you understand your vision and feel confident about your eye care plan.
Myopia Management Options We Offer
At Chino Hills Eyecare Optometry, we offer several approaches to myopia management. The right option depends on factors such as your child's age, prescription, lifestyle, eye health, and ability to wear contact lenses.
Stellest Lenses
Stellest lenses are specialized spectacle lenses designed to correct blurry distance vision while helping slow myopia progression. They use advanced lens technology to provide clear central vision while creating a treatment effect in the surrounding areas of the lens that helps manage abnormal eye growth associated with myopia.
Stellest lenses can be a convenient option for children who prefer glasses, are not ready for contact lenses, or want a treatment that fits easily into their daily routine. Because they are worn like regular eyeglasses, they can also be a practical choice for school, sports, and everyday activities.
Orthokeratology
Orthokeratology, or Ortho-K, uses custom designed rigid contact lenses to reshape the corne while the wearer is sleeping. These lenses allow many children to see clearly during the day without glasses or daytime contact lenses. Ortho-K can also help slow myopia progression in children.
MiSight 1 Day Contact Lenses
MiSight 1 day contact lenses are soft daily disposable lenses specifically designed for children with myopia. They provide vision correction while also helping slow the progression of nearsightedness. MiSight is FDA approved for myopia management and myopia control. Their daily disposable design can also make lens care simpler for families.
Low-Dose Atropine
Low-dose atropine eye drops may be prescribed to help slow myopia progression. The drops are typically used on a regular schedule, and we monitor your child's vision and eye growth to determine how well treatment is working. Atropine may be recommended as a standalone or combination therapy as part of your child’s myopia management plan.
Personalized Myopia Management in Chino Hills
We take the time to understand your child’s vision, lifestyle, and specific needs before recommending a myopia management option. Follow-up visits help us track how their eyes are changing and adjust their treatment as needed. If your child is showing signs of nearsightedness or has already been diagnosed with myopia, schedule an eye exam with Chino Hills Eyecare Optometry to discuss personalized myopia management in Chino Hills, CA.
Chino Hills Eyecare Optometry
3233 Grand Ave., Suite M
Chino Hills, CA 91709
Phone: (909) 591-2034