Myopia management in Southborough
~30%
0.33mm/year
Average rate of eye lengthening in myopic children <10y if left untreated
Prevalence of myopia in U.S.
Reference: preventblindness.org
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is becoming increasingly common in children and can progress rapidly if not managed early. Our office provides comprehensive myopia management for children in Southborough and surrounding communities, using proven strategies to slow progression and protect long-term vision and eye health. We evaluate your child's eyes, discuss risk factors such as family history, and recommend personalized treatment options including specialty contact lenses, atropine eye drops, and customized eyewear solutions.
Early intervention is key to reducing the risk of high myopia and associated complications later in life. Through regular monitoring and individualized care plans, we help families take proactive steps to maintain healthy vision while supporting their child's eye growth and development.
Managing myopia early can make a lasting difference in your child's eye health and quality of life. Our team in Southborough is dedicated to providing safe, effective, and personalized myopia management solutions tailored to each child's needs.
Our Myopia Management Solutions include:
Essilor® Stellest® Lenses
Specially designed eyeglass lenses to slow the progression of myopia in children while providing clear, comfortable vision.
MiSight® 1 day Contact Lenses
Daily disposable contact lenses clinically proven to help manage myopia progression in growing eyes.
Multifocal Contact Lenses
Lenses the provide multiple focal points to reduce eye strain and help control nearsightedness progression.
Atropine Eye Drops
Prescription drops that have been shown to safely slow the progression of myopia when used under careful supervision.