Orange, CT
Myopia Management
Orange, CT
Myopia Management
Are you worried about your child’s myopia (also known as nearsightedness) getting worse? It’s a common concern among parents, but we offer a solution that goes beyond vision correction. Our myopia management services in Orange, CT are designed to slow down or even stop myopia progression, improving your child’s vision now and reducing the risk of serious eye health issues in the future, such as glaucoma, cataracts, and retinal detachment. Our experienced team offers proven treatments to keep your child’s vision stable and lower the chances of developing severe myopia.
Signs of a vision problem in children
It’s important to catch vision problems early, especially with myopia, as it can progress rapidly during childhood. Here are some signs that your child may be struggling with their eyesight:
- Holding objects too close to their face
- Complaints of blurry vision
- Frequent headaches or eye strain
- Difficulty seeing in low light
- Squinting
- Frequent blinking or eye rubbing
- Tilting their head or covering one eye
- Avoiding certain activities such as reading or drawing
- Poor performance in school
- Losing their place when reading
- Short attention span
- Poor hand-eye coordination
The Brilliant Futures™ Myopia Management Program
We’re excited to offer The Brilliant Futures™ Myopia Management Program featuring MiSight® 1 day contact lenses for children ages 8-12. This program offers many benefits for busy parents and children alike, such as:
- Potentially slowing myopia progression
- Providing a comfortable wearing experience
- Supporting a more active lifestyle for your child
- Automatic and free shipping of lenses
- Designed to fit busy lifestyles
The program includes:
- An annual supply of MiSight® 1 day daily disposable contact lenses
- Free shipping and returns, even if prescriptions change
- A full schedule of office visits for the year for program transparency
- Access to online support tools
- A mobile app filled with educational resources and appointment reminders
Stellest lenses for pediatric myopia management
We also offer Essilor Stellest® lenses the first FDA-authorized eyeglass lenses proven to help slow the progression of nearsightedness in children. Studies show Stellest lenses can slow myopia progression by an average of 71% over two years.¹ Our experienced eye doctors will build a personalized plan to ensure your child’s Stellest lenses fit properly and support their everyday routines and activities. Learn more about Stellest lenses.
Contact us for myopia management in Orange
Myopia can have a long-lasting impact on your child’s eye health and quality of life, which is why it’s crucial to manage it from an early age. At Family Eyecare of Orange, we offer personalized myopia management plans. Give us a call today or schedule an appointment online to learn more about how we can help protect your child’s future vision.