Myopia Management
Myopia Management Options
Myopia, also known as near-sightedness, is a condition where the eye grows too long for where light is normally focused. Without intervention, myopia tends to progress especially if found earlier in life. High amounts of myopia not only affect the glasses prescription, it can also put patients at higher risk for retinal conditions such as retinal detachment and posterior staphyloma. At Eyes on the City, we’re dedicated to providing the most up-to-date options below to slow myopia progression.
Multifocal Soft Contact Lenses
MiSight Multifocal Soft Contact Lenses
Soft disposable contact lenses with different areas of focus signal eye to slow elongation.
Considerations:
Periodic follow-ups
Need to be able to wear lenses most days
Will undergo contact lens training
Daily lens- will receive 360 lenses/eye
MiSight Multifocal Soft Contact Lenses
Ortho-K Lenses (Rigid Lens)
Rigid lens worn while sleeping molds the cornea (clear front surface of the eye) to reduce effective prescription during the day and slow elongation of eye.
Considerations:
Periodic follow-ups
Needs to be able to wear lenses most nights
Will undergo contact lens training
Will receive one lens per eye per year
Ortho-K Rigid Lens
Atropine Therapy
Eye drop instilled nightly that mildly dilates eyes and relaxes muscles in eye.
Considerations:
Periodic follow-ups
May be light sensitive
Needs to be able to instill drops nightly
Ask your doctor for more information on myopia management at your next visit!
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