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Protect Your Child's Vision for the Future

Is Your Child's Prescription Changing Every Year?

You picked out a new pair of glasses, and now, just a year later, your child's prescription has changed again. Sound familiar?

Many parents assume this is simply part of growing up. Their child gets older, their prescription gets stronger, and they buy another pair of prescription eyeglasses. While glasses help children see clearly, they don't slow the progression of myopia, also known as nearsightedness.

At Advanced Vision Care Dr. Bonita Banh and Dr. Tracy Truong work closely with families across the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex to create myopia management plans based on each child's age, prescription, lifestyle, and rate of progression.

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What Is Myopia?

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is one of the most common vision conditions in children. It makes distant objects appear blurry while nearby objects remain clear. A child with myopia may have trouble seeing the classroom board, reading signs across the room, or following the action during sports.

Myopia develops because the eye grows longer than it should. As light enters the eye, it focuses in front of the retina instead of directly on it, causing distant vision to become blurry.

What Is Myopia Management?

Myopia management is a proactive approach to treating nearsightedness. Instead of simply updating your child's prescription every year, the goal is to slow how quickly the eye grows, which may help lower the risk of developing certain eye conditions later in life.

The Importance of Managing Myopia Early

Higher levels of myopia have been associated with an increased risk of developing certain eye conditions later in life, including glaucoma, retinal detachment, and myopic macular degeneration. While we can't reverse myopia, early treatment may help reduce how quickly it worsens.

Every child's eyes develop differently, and understanding how their vision is changing allows us to recommend the treatment approach that's most appropriate for them.

Myopia Treatments at Advanced Vision Care

No two children experience myopia the same way, which is why there's no single treatment that's right for everyone. Before recommending a treatment plan, we'll perform a comprehensive eye exam, evaluate how your child's prescription has changed, and consider any family history of nearsightedness.

Dr. Banh and Dr. Truong work closely with families to develop personalized treatment plans designed around each child's unique needs.

MiSight® Lenses

MiSight® 1-day contact lenses are the first FDA-approved soft contact lenses designed to slow the progression of myopia in children. In addition to providing clear vision, they're worn during the day to help manage how the eye continues to grow over time.

Stellest® Lenses

Stellest® spectacle lenses provide clear vision while incorporating specialized lens technology that's designed to help slow myopia progression. For children who prefer wearing glasses, Stellest® lenses can be an excellent treatment option.

Low-Dose Atropine Therapy

Low-dose atropine eye drops are commonly used as part of a personalized myopia management plan. Used each evening, these eye drops may help slow the progression of nearsightedness while your child's eyes develop.

What Happens During a Myopia Management Consultation?

Your child's myopia management journey begins with understanding their eyes. During your consultation, we'll take the time to learn about your child's vision, answer your questions, and determine whether myopia management is the right fit.

Your consultation may include:

  • A comprehensive eye examination
  • A review of your child's prescription history
  • Measurements of your child's eyes and vision
  • A discussion about family history and daily visual habits
  • Personalized treatment recommendations
  • Ongoing monitoring to track changes over time

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Protecting Your Child's Future Vision starts here

Watching your child's prescription change year after year can feel frustrating, especially when it seems like stronger glasses are the only option. Myopia management offers a different path.

If you've noticed your child's prescription changing, now is the perfect time to learn more about managing myopia. Book an eye exam with Dr. Bonita Banh or Dr. Tracy Truong at Advanced Vision Care to get started with a personalized myopia management plan.

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