Myopia Control

Total Myopia Program

Myopia–also known as nearsightedness–is a refractive error that commonly begins in childhood and advances with age, causing distant objects to appear blurry. At Total Vision, we work with parents to manage and control nearsightedness, starting with children’s eye exams, through our Total Myopia program!

The Total Vision doctors employ innovative technology to assess, care for, and develop tailored treatment strategies for every patient. These comprehensive strategies can include:

• Scheduled follow-up appointments to help sustain eye health through consistent medical oversight and management.
• Assessments aligned with individualized treatment plans.
• Soft contact lenses worn on a daily basis.
• Ortho-k, the overnight contact lenses that are worn while sleeping and removed each morning to provide clear vision throughout the day. 

• Thorough training on the proper usage, insertion, and removal of contact lenses.
• An ongoing maintenance regimen for effective nearsightedness control, with a focus on achieving lasting results.
• Prescription eyeglasses.
• Eye drops.

The Impact of Myopia in Children

Myopia’s impact extends beyond blurry vision. It can affect a child’s academic performance, participation in sports, and overall quality of life. 

As nearsightedness progresses, the risk of developing serious eye conditions later in life increases. Therefore, early detection and management are essential to protecting long-term vision health.

Myopia in Children

Studies show that nearsightedness is becoming more common. When children have trouble with their eyesight, it can impact their daily life, including reading from a distance, seeing the whiteboard at school, and participating in sports and other activities.

Some causes of nearsightedness can include:

• Genetics: Factors such as ethnicity, gender, and family history can increase the risk of developing myopia.

• Lifestyle: Excessive near-work activities like prolonged reading or digital device use, along with insufficient outdoor time, contribute to myopia progression.

Since myopia can’t be reversed at this time, treatment aims to prevent it from worsening

Myopia Solutions: What You Can Do

Fortunately, there are several effective strategies to manage and slow the progression of nearsightedness. Here are some solutions that can make a significant difference:

• Prescription glasses or contact lenses designed for myopia control
• Orthokeratology (ortho-k)
• Atropine eye drops
• Lifestyle adjustments
• Regular eye exams

Methods of Myopia Control

There are a variety of myopia control methods, including specialized speactle lenses, contact lenses and atropine drops. Our optometrists can provide you with information on several methods to help control nearsightedness. Control methods can include:

• Specialized spectacle lenses
• Contact lenses
• Atropine drops

Understanding Myopia Through Technology

Managing myopia early is crucial for preventing its progression and potential long-term effects on vision. We use technology like axial length measurements and corneal topography to manage myopia and fit myopia control solutions like ortho-k and MiSight.

Early management through our technology can help make a significant difference for your children in maintaining clear vision and reducing the risk of future complications.

Help Slow Myopia Progression

At Total Vision, we’re committed to providing your children with quality vision care. We offer a safe and comfortable environment and conduct all treatments compassionately. Your kids will very quickly become part of our family!

Please schedule online to book your child’s appointment or ask any questions. We’re ready to work together with you to help secure the best future for your child’s eyes.