If your child’s prescription keeps changing, myopia management may help. Eye See Optique Dumfries offers proactive care designed to slow the progression of nearsightedness while supporting long-term eye health.
Myopia Management in Dumfries, VA
Thoughtful Myopia Care for Growing Eyes
Myopia, or nearsightedness, often develops in childhood and can progress as kids grow. At Eye See Optique Dumfries, we help families understand what’s happening with their child’s vision and explore management options designed to slow progression.
Our approach is calm, educational, and personalized. We take time to answer questions, explain findings clearly, and build a plan that fits your child’s age, lifestyle, and visual needs.
What Is Myopia?
Myopia occurs when the eye grows longer than average, causing distant objects to appear blurry while near vision remains clear. It often begins in early school years and may worsen as children grow.
Genetics, screen use, and limited outdoor time can all play a role. While glasses or contacts correct blurry vision, myopia management focuses on addressing progression rather than simply increasing prescriptions year after year.
What to Expect at a Myopia Consultation
A myopia evaluation at Eye See Optique Dumfries begins with a comprehensive eye exam and careful measurements of your child’s vision and eye health. We may use advanced imaging to better understand how the eyes are changing.
After the exam, our eye doctor reviews the findings with you, discusses whether myopia management is appropriate, and explains your options for myopia control.
When myopia progresses quickly, it may increase the risk of certain eye health concerns later in life. Starting management early can help slow that progression during key growth years.
At Eye See Optique Dumfries, we focus on practical, evidence-based care designed to support healthy vision development without overwhelming families with technical details.
Myopia Management Options at Eye See Optique Dumfries
We offer several clinically supported options for managing childhood myopia. Recommendations are always based on your child’s age, prescription, eye health, and daily routine.
Your Partner in Long-Term Eye Health
Myopia management is not a one-time visit. Our optometrist monitors your child’s vision regularly, adjusts the plan as needed, and supports healthy habits like balanced screen time and outdoor activity.
Our goal is to partner with your family through each stage of growth, offering guidance that feels supportive, not overwhelming.
Ortho-K Overnight Lenses
Ortho-k lenses are worn overnight and gently reshape the cornea while your child sleeps. During the day, vision is clear without glasses or contacts, while myopia progression is managed.
Specialty Soft Lenses
These soft contact lenses are designed specifically for myopia control. They look and feel similar to regular contacts while helping slow changes in prescription over time.
Myopia-Control Glasses
Specially designed glasses, such as Stellest® lenses, offer a non-contact option for managing myopia while providing clear, comfortable vision for school and daily activities.
Regular follow-up visits allow us to track progress and make adjustments when needed. As your child grows, their eyes change, and we’re here to make sure their care evolves with them. Parents appreciate knowing there’s a clear plan in place and a familiar team monitoring progress year after year.