“My child’s prescription gets worse every year.”
You’re not imagining it—and you’re not alone. Progressive nearsightedness (myopia) is increasingly common in school-aged children, and without intervention, it often worsens with age. But the good news? You can slow it down.
Left unchecked, myopia increases the long-term risk of serious vision problems, including:
– Retinal detachment, Glaucoma, myopic macular degeneration
Early action is key. Once myopia progresses, it can’t be reversed—but modern treatments can help preserve your child’s future vision.
What Are the Proven Options?
1. More Time Outdoors
Studies show that 2+ hours of natural light per day can slow the progression of myopia. Outdoor play helps protect developing eyes.
2. Atropine Eye Drops
– Low-dose atropine (0.01%–0.05%) can slow myopia by up to 87%
– Safe, gentle, and usually well-tolerated.
-Compounded locally and provided in 1–3 month supplies
– Some kids may notice light sensitivity or focusing difficulty—dosage can be adjusted.
-Best results are seen when combined with other treatment methods.
3. Myopia Control Eyeglass Lenses
– Special lenses like Hoya MiYOSMART use tiny defocus rings to control eye growth.
– Up to 60% reduction in progression shown in studies.
– Available at Costco at a fraction of private clinic cost and includes one free lens replacement for one year
4. Specialty Contact Lenses (Referral Only)
– MiSight (soft) or Ortho-K (hard overnight lenses) also help slow eye growth.
– Not offered in our clinic or Costco, but we can refer you to trusted local providers.
– More expensive but a glasses-free lifestyle is a major benefit for active kids.
Curious about your child’s risk?
Try this personalized Myopia Risk Calculator:
MyKidsVision Risk Assessment Tool
What’s Next?
Book a comprehensive eye exam with our team. We’ll review your child’s history, vision, and risk level—and recommend the best control strategy tailored to them.