Success Begins with Sight
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is becoming a growing concern for children worldwide, and the trend is on the rise in the United States. Over 40% of Americans currently have myopia, with more children being diagnosed every day.
Myopia causes distant objects to appear blurry while close-up objects remain clear.
Regular eye exams for children are crucial—about 75% of kids with myopia are diagnosed before age 12. Early detection allows us to manage the condition and help set your child up for success.
While there is no cure for myopia, we can slow its progression and make life easier for your child. Book their eye exam today to check for myopia!
Book OnlineWhy Controlling Myopia Matters
Good eyesight is essential for learning. Poor vision can make it difficult for children to see in school, read, or write, and it may lead to struggles with social development. In some cases, children with undiagnosed myopia might even be misdiagnosed with behavioral problems.
Myopia can also affect language and speech development. Children learn to speak by observing facial expressions and lip movements, so clear vision is crucial to this process.
In the long term, severe myopia can lead to more serious eye conditions. The risk of retinal detachment, cataracts, and open-angle glaucoma increases in individuals with high myopia.
While corrective lenses are necessary to improve vision in myopia, early detection can help control the condition and slow its progression.
Schedule your child’s eye exam today to check for myopia and other vision issues.
Causes of Myopia
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a refractive error that typically develops during childhood and adolescence, with vision usually stabilizing by age 20.
In a healthy eye, light enters and is focused on the retina, traveling through the optic nerve to the brain for interpretation. In people with myopia, the eyeball is too long or the cornea is too curved, causing light to focus improperly on the retina and making distant objects appear blurry.
While the exact cause of myopia isn’t fully understood, it can be hereditary. Additionally, spending too much time indoors on close-up activities, such as reading or screen use, may contribute to its progression.
We recommend encouraging children to spend more time outdoors, as studies suggest this may help reduce the risk of developing myopia.
Book an appointment for your child today to explore our myopia control options.
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