MYOPIA CONTROL FOR CHILDREN
Myopia (shortsight) Control is the term used to describe treatments available to slow the progression of shortsightedness in children.
Myopia typically starts during childhood or adolescent years and increases as the eyes continue to grow. With increased levels of myopia, the risks of conditions like retinal detachment, myopic maculopathy, cataract and Glaucoma increase.
Where one or both parents are myopic, there is an increased risk of children being myopic. It is believed that by 2050, 1 in every 2 people in the world will be short-sighted.
TREATMENTS AVAILABLE TO SLOW DOWN MYOPIA PROGRESSION
There are 4 treatments aimed at slowing down myopia progression
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Atropine Drops
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Orthokeratology contact lenses
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MiSight soft multifocal contact lenses
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Peripheral Defocus Spectacle Lenses
YOUR MYOPIA MANAGEMENT APPOINTMENT
At Cooke Opticians, we are happy to discuss the options of Myopia Control contact lenses and Myopia Control spectacle lenses. These options work on the basis of “peripheral defocus”, where the stimulus for the eye to lengthen is reduced.
Myopia control contact lenses and spectacle lenses have been proven to slow the progression of short-sightedness in children by an average of 50-60%.
Get in touch today and Book an appointment below to discuss the options of Myopia Control for your child.