Myopia Management: Protecting Your Child’s Vision in Grand Haven, MI

Is your child’s glasses prescription getting stronger every year? They may have progressive myopia, a common but serious eye condition that causes nearsightedness to worsen over time. At Grand Haven Eyecare, Dr. Cynthia Geneva, OD, specializes in myopia management, a proactive and evidence-based approach to slow the progression of nearsightedness and protect your child’s long-term eye health. It’s more than just providing a stronger prescription; it’s about safeguarding their vision for the future.

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Why Myopia Management Matters

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is more than an inconvenience. A myopic eye is often elongated from front to back, and this increased length can lead to a higher risk of serious, sight-threatening eye diseases later in life, including:

  • Retinal Detachment
  • Glaucoma
  • Myopic Maculopathy
  • Early-onset Cataracts

By slowing down the rate at which the eye grows, myopia management helps keep your child’s prescription lower, reducing their lifetime risk of these conditions. The earlier we start, the better the results.

Our Myopia Management Solutions

Dr. Geneva will conduct a comprehensive evaluation to determine the best treatment plan for your child’s unique needs and lifestyle. Our modern approach to myopia management includes:

  • MiSight® 1 day Contact Lenses: The first and only FDA-approved soft contact lens clinically proven to slow the progression of myopia in children. These daily disposable lenses are easy to use and provide clear vision while actively managing the condition.
  • Orthokeratology (Ortho-K): A non-surgical option where your child wears special rigid contact lenses overnight. These lenses gently and temporarily reshape the cornea while they sleep, allowing for clear, glasses-free vision throughout the day.
  • Atropine Eye Drops: Low-dose atropine drops can be used to slow down the eye’s axial elongation, effectively reducing myopia progression. This is a simple, effective option, often used in conjunction with other treatments.

Dr. Geneva will also provide guidance on healthy lifestyle habits, such as increasing time spent outdoors and taking frequent breaks during near-work activities like reading and using screens, which can play a role in managing myopia.

Take the First Step to Protect Your Child’s Vision

Myopia is on the rise, but you don’t have to watch your child’s vision get worse year after year. A proactive approach can make a significant difference.

Contact Grand Haven Eyecare today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Cynthia Geneva, OD, and discuss a personalized myopia management plan for your child. We are dedicated to providing the Grand Haven, Spring Lake, and Ferrysburg communities with the best in modern eye care.