Your Child’s Clarity Is Our Focus
If you think about it, your child uses their distant vision often in their lives. Whether they’re taking notes from the blackboard, seeing a sweeping blockbuster at a theatre, or simply watching the signs go by when you’re out for a drive, they rely on their sight being crisp and clear.
However, refractive errors can leave your child with blurry, unfocused vision, and one of the most common errors is myopia. Myopia is becoming more and more prevalent every year, but our team is ready to address these concerns with proven, comfortable, and safe strategies.
Through regular eye exams and different myopia control options, we’re ready to help your child find the clarity they deserve. Book a myopia control appointment for your child today.
Shining A Light on Myopia
Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is a refractive error that develops when your eye grows over time or if your cornea’s curvature becomes too steep. By changing the shape of your eye, myopia makes it difficult for light to focus correctly on your retina, leading to blurred vision.
Without intervention, myopia could develop into high myopia, an issue that can increase the risk of developing an eye disease or causing retinal detachment.
How Myopia Affects Children
Our team at Rutland Optometry wants to detect myopia as early as possible. Myopia generally develops in school-aged children, and if not corrected, it could lead to learning-related and behavioural issues.
About 30% of adolescents have some degree of myopia, but it’s possible they might not know they have symptoms. You can look for certain signs like:
- Excessive eye rubbing
- Squinting
- Sitting close to objects
- Slipping grades at school
Children should have an eye exam a few times before starting school and annually after that to detect issues like myopia early.
Our Myopia Management Techniques
Though there is no known cause, sources suggest that prolonged time spent indoors and genetics could increase the risk of developing myopia. Some doctors also believe that half of the entire world will have some degree of myopia by 2050.
We can help manage myopia progression in several ways, but the first step is always a thorough eye exam. If your child is struggling with blurry vision, an eye exam can help determine the cause and provide us with opportunities to help.
Eye drops with a low-dose concentration of atropine have been shown to slow myopia progression in children. After beginning treatment, we’ll monitor your child’s eyes through regular eye exam appointments.
MiSight contact lenses are a specialty contact lens we can prescribe to help your child manage their myopia progression. Using a technique called myopic defocus, these contact lenses help focus light on the retina and slow your child’s eye elongation.
Studies have shown that MiSight contacts can reduce myopia progression by 59%.
MiYOSMART eyeglass lenses use the same myopic defocus technique to slow down myopia progression. These lenses may be a great choice if your child isn’t comfortable wearing contact lenses yet.
MiYOSMART lenses have been shown to reduce myopia progression by 62% when compared to traditional lenses.
The Stellest lens by Essilor is another myopia control option we offer for your children. It effectively slows down myopia progression while providing sharp, comfortable vision. The lens features a network of lenslets (small lenses) that gently redirect light onto the retina, which helps manage myopia progression and can reduce the risk of future eye health issues.
With Stellest lenses, children can enjoy clear, stable vision and healthier eye development, all while prioritizing comfort and quality.
Take Control of Myopia Today
We’re dedicated to helping children achieve healthier vision and reduce the risks associated with myopia progression. Our myopia control options, including innovative lenses like Stellest by Essilor, are designed to protect your child’s sight now and in the future.
If you’re concerned about your child’s vision or want to learn more about myopia management treatments, reach out to our team.
Schedule an appointment today and take the first step toward preserving clear, healthy vision for your child’s future.
Why Choose Us
Eyewear That Fits Your Style & Needs
With decades of experience in the community, we’re your local destination for eyewear. Whether you’re looking for classic frames or trendy sunglasses, our team is your guide to finding the look and fit that suits your unique lifestyle.
Thanks to our on-site lens edger, we can craft your lenses with precision and offer same-day service for most single-vision lenses.
Giving Back to the Community: One World Two Eyes
We believe in giving back to those in need. Dr. Sunil Parekh proudly joined One World Two Eyes in 2024, a non-profit organization that provides essential eye care services to children in underserved communities worldwide.
By supporting One World Two Eyes, we’re helping make a positive impact on the lives of children who may not have access to the eye care they need.
Protecting Your Child’s Vision: Myopia Management
Nearsightedness (myopia) is on the rise, affecting more children than ever before. By slowing progressive myopia, we can help preserve their long-term eye health and vision.
At Rutland Optometry, we want to help kids succeed. Our comprehensive myopia management can help your child achieve their full potential in and out of the classroom.
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Our office is conveniently located just minutes from Highway 93 on Highway 33 in the heart of Rutland. Find us inside Willow Park Mall, with ample parking just outside our doors.
Our Address
- 3-590 Hwy 33 W
- Kelowna, BC V1X 6A8
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- Phone: 250-868-3480
- Email: [email protected]
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