Protecting Your Child’s Vision at Prairie Eye Care
Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is increasingly affecting children at younger ages. Myopia can worsen over time without proper management, leading to more severe vision issues. We offer myopia control solutions to help protect your child’s vision and ensure long-term eye health. Early intervention is crucial in slowing the progression of myopia and preventing future complications.
Comprehensive Myopia Care in Alberta
The Prairie Eye Care myopia management program focuses on comprehensive care tailored to your child’s needs. We use advanced diagnostic tools to assess myopia's extent and develop a personalized treatment plan.
Early detection and intervention play a crucial role in preserving your child’s vision and preventing more serious conditions.
Our myopia control options are designed to catch myopia early and prevent the development of high myopia, which can increase the risk of retinal detachment and other eye health issues.
Our myopia management process begins with a thorough evaluation to determine your child’s best course of action. We offer a variety of treatments tailored to suit your child’s specific needs. Our goal is to help your child see clearly and reduce the likelihood of their myopia worsening over time.
Recognizing the Signs of Myopia
- Squinting to see distant objects
- Frequent headaches or eye strain
- Difficulty seeing the board at school
- Holding books or devices very close to the face
- Complaints of blurry vision when looking far away
Risks of Myopia:
Excessive screen time and insufficient outdoor activities can contribute to the worsening of myopia in children. Without proper management, myopia can progress rapidly, leading to higher prescriptions and an increased risk of serious eye conditions later in life.
Effective Myopia Treatments in Edmonton
Our practice offers several proven treatments to manage myopia in children, each designed to slow the progression of nearsightedness and protect your child’s vision. These treatments are part of a comprehensive plan to ensure your child enjoys clear vision and long-term eye health.
ZEISS MyoCare Lenses
ZEISS MyoCare lenses represent a breakthrough in myopia management, offering a comfortable and effective solution for children. These lenses are designed to slow the progression of myopia while providing clear vision at all distances.
Backed by over a decade of innovation from ZEISS, MyoCare lenses ensure good vision across all viewing angles, making them a top choice for managing myopia in children.
In addition to their effectiveness in slowing myopia progression, ZEISS MyoCare lenses offer full UV protection, safeguarding your child’s eyes from harmful ultraviolet rays.
These lenses are crafted to provide not only comfort but also the peace of mind that comes with protecting your child’s vision against future risks.
MiSight Soft Contact Lenses
MiSight soft contact lenses are daily disposable lenses specifically designed for children with myopia. These lenses are FDA-approved to slow the progression of myopia in children aged 8-12.
They work by focusing light in a way that reduces the stimulus for the eye to grow longer, which is the underlying cause of myopia progression.
MiSight lenses are easy to use and provide clear vision throughout the day. They are a convenient option for children and parents looking for an effective way to manage myopia while allowing the child to maintain an active lifestyle.
Atropine Eye Drops
Atropine eye drops are a well-researched treatment for managing myopia in children. These drops are used once daily and have been shown to significantly slow the progression of myopia by relaxing the eye’s focusing mechanism.
While they do not correct vision on their own, they are often used in combination with other treatments to provide a comprehensive approach to myopia management.
This treatment is particularly beneficial for children with rapidly progressing myopia. The drops are easy to administer and are an effective part of a long-term strategy to protect your child’s vision.