Myopia Control In Children in South Edmonton
Myopia Control In Children Near You
What is Myopia?
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a condition whereby distant things appear blurred, but things that are close by seem clear. It is because the eyeball has grown too long. Many children develop myopia between the ages of 6 and 14, and it often gets worse as they grow, which is why seeing an optometrist near you is important for early care and monitoring.
Why Myopia Control Matters for Your Child
Myopia can worsen each year without treatment, increasing the risk for severe eye problems later in life, including.
Retinal detachment
Glaucoma
Early cataracts
Macular degeneration
Early initiation of myopia control in children near you will help your child preserve their vision for the future.
Our Myopia Control Options
1. Specialty Spectacle Lenses
These are not regular glasses. These are specialized lenses that would mitigate the myopia development through changes in how one sees light in the eye.
Benefits:
Fits for everyday comfort
Safe for even children
Helps in controlling the growth of the eyes
2. Atropine Therapy
Atropine eye drops are used in very low doses to relax the focusing muscles in the eye.
Advantages:
Proven to slow myopia progression
Easy to apply once daily.
Working well with fast-progressing myopia.
3. Soft Contact Lenses for Myopia Control
These specialty soft lenses refract light into the eye in a different manner.
Benefits:
Great for active children
Speaking clearly without glasses
Slows the growth of the eye.
Our Process
Careful assessment of the prescription and eye health.
An optometrist in South Edmonton recommends a myopia control option
Proper fit ensured with usage instructions provided
Follow-ups every 3–6 months track progress, adjust treatment
Advantages of Myopia Control
Slows visual deterioration by as much as 50%.
Limits risk for future eye disease.
Increases confidence and school performance
Research emphasizes the importance of safe and proven methods.
Less dependence on thick glasses.
Ready to Protect Your Child's Vision?
Book your myopia control consultation with Vision Theory Eyecare today. Our expert optometrists will develop a personalized plan to keep your child’s vision healthy and clear with myopia control in children in South Edmonton.
FAQs
At what age should we start myopia control?
We typically start treatment between ages 6 and 10 when myopia progression is most active, but we can help children as young as 5 or teens up to age 17.
Does myopia control hurt?
No, all our treatments are painless. Some children take a few days to get used to new lenses or eye drops, but discomfort is at a minimum.
How long does treatment take?
Myopia control will continue until your child’s eyes stop growing, usually at around 16-18 years. Regular follow-up is necessary in order to have optimal results.