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Myopia Treatment services offered in Plano, TX
Myopia treatment can help nearsighted children manage the rate at which their vision deteriorates. There are several options including low dose atropine, soft daily disposable contact lenses, and glasses. These can be discussed in detail at your appointment.
What is myopia?
Myopia is the medical name for nearsightedness, where you have difficulty seeing things clearly unless they’re close to you. It’s a common problem affecting around half the United States population and is becoming increasingly common in children.
Myopia occurs when a child’s eye shape develops differently. In this case, the eye might be longer from front to back, or the cornea (the eye’s clear front section) curves too steeply. The result of these differences is that everything far away looks blurry.
Experts theorize that the rise in pediatric myopia levels could be due to the increased time children spend using computers and doing close work, whereas previous generations spent more time doing outdoor activities.
Why would my child need myopia treatment?
While myopia is correctable with prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses, it’s irreversible. In addition, having myopia in childhood increases the risk of conditions like glaucoma (excessive pressure in the eyeball), cataracts, and retinal detachment in later life.
If your child requires corrective lenses for nearsightedness, myopia treatment could help to slow down the rate at which the problem worsens. Dr. Dao can advise if your child would benefit from myopia treatment.