Myopia Management & Ortho-K Specialist in Round Rock, Texas
At Round Rock Eyes, we don't just keep prescribing stronger glasses. We treat the condition. As a local Myopia Management Center, we offer three proven, FDA-approved methods to slow the progression of nearsightedness and protect your child's future retinal health.
Myopia Management is a clinical approach dedicated to slowing or stopping the progression of nearsightedness in children and adolescents. It is more than just updating a glasses prescription - it is about actively protecting the eye's structure.
The goal is to stabilize your child's refractive error and reduce the risk of serious, vision-threatening complications associated with high myopia later in life, such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and myopic maculopathy. Early intervention is key to achieving the best long-term outcomes.
The increase in your child's prescription is caused by the eyeball growing too long. While glasses correct vision, they do not stop this physical growth. Myopia progression is linked to numerous serious eye health issues. By controlling the lengthening of the eye through specialized treatments, we not only improve your child's current vision but dramatically lower their lifetime risk of blindness and severe eye disease. We focus on providing comprehensive, proactive myopia control right here in Round Rock.
MiSight® 1-Day is a soft, daily-wear disposable contact lens specifically FDA-approved for children aged 8-12 at the initiation of treatment to slow the progression of myopia. These lenses feature an innovative optical design that not only corrects nearsighted vision but also sends a signal to the eye to slow its lengthening, making them a safe and effective treatment option for active children.
Why parents choose MiSight:
Orthokeratology (Ortho-K), often called Corneal Reshaping, involves wearing custom-designed, gas-permeable lenses overnight. While your child sleeps, these retainer lenses gently and temporarily reshape the cornea. They are removed in the morning, allowing your child to see clearly throughout the day without needing glasses or contact lenses. This treatment is highly effective at controlling myopia progression and is a great solution for children, teens, and adults who prefer a glasses-free lifestyle.
What are the benefits of Orthokeratology?
Several published clinical studies have found that orthokeratology lens designs inhibit the lengthening of the eye, which slows the progression of nearsightedness. For more information: Smart Study Link
Atropine drops are a pharmacological treatment for myopia control. Used in very low concentrations, these daily eye drops have been clinically shown to slow down the rate of nearsightedness progression. This is an excellent option for children who may not be ready for contact lenses or as a complementary therapy alongside other treatments. Our doctors manage the customized dosage to ensure maximum efficacy with minimal side effects.
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