Children’s glasses for myopia control
Myopia, also known as short-sightedness, is a common vision problem among children. Currently, one in three people in the UK has myopia. The condition is more prevalent today than it has ever been – likely because of the increased use of digital devices.
But did you know it’s possible to manage myopia progression, potentially even halting it? Read on to learn more about myopia control.
What is myopia?
As we mentioned, myopia is the formal name for short-sightedness. It occurs when the eyeball grows too quickly during childhood. This can be due to a variety of reasons including genetics, environmental and behavioural factors.
A person with myopia will have no trouble seeing up close but will experience blurry or distorted vision when looking at objects further away. For children, this can make it difficult to read the board at school which can negatively affect their development and learning.
Myopia can also affect their future eye health as higher prescriptions that develop as they get older are associated with greater eye disease risks in adulthood, like glaucoma or retinal detachments.
Managing myopia
Fortunately, it’s now possible to help slow the progression of myopia and preserve a child’s vision and eye health for the future. Here at Paris Miki Opticians in London, we’re devoted to helping our patients have the best vision possible.
We can detect myopia in children through a general eye exam which is part of what makes attending them regularly so important. Early diagnosis of myopia allows us to begin correcting their vision and managing the condition’s progression as soon as possible.
One of the best and latest ways we have become accredited in prescribing to help manage myopia progression in children is the revolutionary MiYOSMART spectacle lenses.
Benefits of MiYOSMART lenses
Not only do MiYOSMART glasses lenses help correct vision as children’s glasses usually would, but they are also clinically proven to help slow down myopia progression over a sustained period of time.
MiYOSMART lenses are designed to fit a child’s active lifestyle. Worn just like normal children’s glasses, there is no adjustment period needed. Thin and light, they are comfortable to wear all day long at school or at home.
In addition, they are impact resistant which makes them perfect for playtime and sports. Plus, they come with UV protection so your child can soak up the sunshine in safety. Thanks to these award-winning lenses, your child can enjoy clear vision and you can have peace of mind, knowing their eye health is also being protected.
Book an appointment
If it’s been a while since your child’s last eye test, we encourage you to book an appointment with our opticians in Bond Street to ensure their vision and eye health are the best they can be. Our friendly staff would also be more than happy to provide more information on the benefits of MiYOSMART and see whether they could benefit your child.
