Myopia Management in Dalton, GA
At Dalton Optometry, we offer myopia management services designed to help slow the progression of nearsightedness in children. By monitoring vision changes and implementing personalized treatment strategies, we help families take a proactive approach to their child's long-term eye health.
Myopia Is More Than Needing Stronger Glasses
Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, makes distant objects appear blurry while nearby objects remain clear.
For many children, myopia begins during the school-age years and continues to progress as they grow. As the prescription increases, children often need stronger glasses or contact lenses to maintain clear vision.
Myopia management focuses on more than correcting vision. The goal is to help slow the progression of nearsightedness and support healthier vision over time.
Early Action Can Make a Meaningful Difference
Myopia progression can often be slowed. Research shows that today’s myopia treatments can slow the progression of myopia in many kids.
Options include MiSight® contacts, Stellest® lenses, and low-dose atropine drops.
Studies have demonstrated that MiSight® lenses slowed myopia progression by approximately 59% over three years, while other evidence-based treatments have shown similar benefits for eligible patients.
Kids’ eyes change fast as they grow. Early visits help us track those changes sooner. Then we can make a personal plan to support healthy vision for years.
MiSight® Contact Lenses
MiSight® contact lenses are specially designed daily disposable contact lenses that provide clear vision while helping slow the progression of myopia.
These lenses are worn during the day, just like traditional contact lenses, and have become one of the most widely recognized treatment options for managing childhood myopia.
For children who are good candidates for contact lenses, MiSight® may provide both visual correction and long-term management benefits.
Stellest® Lenses
Not every child is interested in contact lenses, so spectacle-based treatment options are also available.
Stellest® lenses are designed specifically for children with myopia and incorporate lens technology intended to help slow progression while providing clear vision throughout the day.
For many families, Stellest® offers a convenient option that fits naturally into a child's daily routine.
Atropine Therapy
Atropine eye drops are another option that may be recommended as part of a myopia management plan.
Low-dose atropine therapy is used to help slow the progression of nearsightedness while allowing children to continue their normal activities. Depending on the child's age, prescription changes, and treatment goals, atropine may be used alone or in combination with other myopia management strategies.
Our team can help determine whether atropine therapy may be appropriate for your child.
Schedule Your Child's Myopia Evaluation
If your child's prescription continues to change, a myopia evaluation can help determine whether management options may be appropriate.
Our team is here to answer your questions, monitor your child's vision, and help you understand the available treatment options.