What Is the Solution for Myopia?

Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, has become increasingly prevalent in recent years - especially among children. With more time spent on digital devices and less time outdoors, many families are noticing their kids struggling to see clearly at a distance. While glasses and standard contact lenses can help correct vision, they don’t stop myopia from getting worse. The good news is that modern treatment options are available to help slow its progression and protect your child’s long-term eye health.
 

Understanding Myopia

Myopia occurs when the eye grows too long or the cornea becomes too curved, causing light to focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it. This refractive error makes it difficult to see objects at a distance, such as a classroom board or road signs. Myopia often develops during childhood and tends to worsen as the eyes grow.
 

The Importance of Myopia Management

Regular pediatric eye exams in Oklahoma City are essential for early detection and management of myopia. Many children don’t realize they have vision problems, so early screening allows your optometrist to identify signs of myopia and begin treatment as soon as possible.

If your child has been diagnosed with nearsightedness, it’s important to know that traditional glasses or contact lenses only correct vision temporarily - they don’t slow down myopia progression. Modern myopia management strategies can help slow eye growth and reduce the risk of future eye diseases linked to high myopia, such as retinal detachment and glaucoma.
 

Effective Myopia Control with MiSight®

MiSight® 1 day contact lenses represent one of the most trusted and effective solutions available today. These FDA-approved soft contact lenses are specifically designed for children and offer both vision correction and myopia control in one convenient, daily disposable lens.

Unlike standard contact lenses that only correct blurred vision, MiSight® lenses use innovative dual-focus technology to slow the progression of myopia. The unique optical zones help focus light in a way that signals the eye to slow down its growth, reducing the risk of developing high myopia over time.

Because they’re daily disposables, there’s no cleaning or storage required - just a fresh, comfortable pair each day. Most children quickly adapt to wearing them, and they can enjoy clear vision for school, sports, and everyday activities without the hassle of glasses.
 

Schedule a Pediatric Eye Exam at Eyecare Boulevard Today

Myopia is a growing concern among children, but with early intervention and advanced treatment options, it can be effectively managed. From MiSight 1 day contact lenses to other innovative solutions, your child can enjoy clearer vision and a healthier future.

Schedule a pediatric eye exam with Eyecare Boulevard to learn more about myopia management and find the right treatment for your child. Visit our office in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, or call (405) 437-0763 today.