Supporting Your Child’s Vision for a Lifetime
If your child is nearsighted, you’ve probably already noticed how it affects their ability to see clearly at a distance, especially at school, in sports, or when watching TV. What many parents don’t know is that myopia (nearsightedness) can get worse over time.
Our myopia management program is designed to do more than just correct blurry vision. We use evidence-based treatments to help slow myopia progression in children and teens, protecting their long-term eye health and reducing their future risk of severe eye conditions.
Book a consultation today at Foothills Optometric Center to learn how our personalized approach can help your child see more clearly and comfortably, now and in the future.
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The Importance of Myopia Management
Myopia management (also called myopia control) refers to various treatments that aim to slow the growth of the eye, which causes nearsightedness to worsen. Instead of giving children stronger glasses yearly, myopia management focuses on preserving long-term vision and eye health.
We create customized treatment plans based on your child’s needs, lifestyle, and eye growth patterns to help keep their myopia in check, especially during the most critical growth years.
Understanding Myopia
Myopia is a common refractive error that usually begins in childhood. When a child is nearsighted, their eyes have grown too long from front to back, causing distant objects to appear blurry.
If left unmanaged, myopia often progresses quickly, requiring frequent prescription updates. This progression also increases the risk of developing serious eye diseases later in life.
Why High Myopia Is a Concern
While many people think of glasses or contact lenses as a simple fix, high myopia (a more substantial degree of nearsightedness) is associated with a greater risk of:
- Retinal detachment
- Glaucoma
- Myopic macular degeneration
- Early cataracts
By slowing eye growth during childhood, myopia management can reduce the likelihood of these complications later in life.
Myopia Control Options We Offer
A clear vision is essential for academic success. Children with worsening myopia may struggle to read the board, follow along in class, or enjoy outdoor activities. By managing myopia early, we protect eye health and help support confidence and engagement in the classroom and beyond.
We offer a range of clinically proven treatments for myopia management. In many cases, a combination of methods may be recommended for optimal results.
Orthokeratology (Ortho-k)
Ortho-k uses custom-designed, rigid contact lenses that are worn overnight to gently reshape the eye’s front surface. While your child sleeps, the lenses temporarily correct their vision so they can see clearly during the day without glasses or daytime contacts.
It’s a great option for active kids and teens who want to avoid glasses while protecting their future vision.
Multifocal & Soft Contact Lenses
Soft multifocal contact lenses are specially designed to correct vision while helping slow the progression of myopia. Unlike traditional contacts, these lenses have different zones that guide light into the eye and help prevent the eye from elongating.
They’re comfortable, easy to wear, and can be a great fit for children who are already wearing contact lenses or ready to make the switch.
Multifocal lenses can also be part of a combination therapy approach for more comprehensive myopia control.
Low-Dose Atropine Eye Drops
Low-dose atropine is a simple, once-nightly eye drop that can help slow myopia progression in children. It works by gently relaxing the eye’s focusing mechanism, helping to reduce the signals that drive the eye to grow longer. This method is often an excellent option for kids who may not be ready for contact lenses.
Clear, Healthy Vision for Your Kids
Nearsightedness doesn’t have to be something your child just grows into. With early action and the proper care, we can slow its progression and set them up for lifelong visual success.
Book a myopia management consultation today at Foothill Optometric Center in Rancho Cucamonga. Let’s take the next step in protecting your child’s future vision—together.
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Foothill Optometric Center
- 12759 Foothill Blvd., Suite C
- Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
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P: 909-899-0026
info@foothilloc.com