At OmniVision Eye Care, we provide personalized myopia management in Carrollton, TX, to help slow the progression of nearsightedness in children. Myopia often begins during childhood and may worsen as the eyes continue to grow. Our goal is to identify changes early and provide an effective treatment plan that supports your child’s vision now and in the future.
Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, causes distant objects to appear blurry while nearby objects remain clearer. It develops when the shape or length of the eye causes light to focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it.
As children grow, their prescription may continue to increase. Higher levels of myopia are also associated with a greater risk of certain eye health problems later in life, which is why we recommend monitoring progression carefully.
Children do not always recognize when their distance vision is changing. During an eye exam, we can determine whether myopia is developing or progressing. Parents may also notice signs such as:
Squinting to see objects in the distance
Sitting closer to the television or classroom board
Holding books or devices close to the face
Complaining about blurry distance vision
Having difficulty seeing during sports or other activities
If you notice these changes, we recommend scheduling a comprehensive eye exam at our Carrollton office.
For myopia management, we offer Ortho-K, also known as orthokeratology. Ortho-K uses specially designed rigid contact lenses that your child wears while sleeping. While the lenses are worn overnight, they gently and temporarily reshape the cornea. Your child removes the lenses in the morning and can experience clearer daytime vision without wearing glasses or contact lenses throughout the day. For active kids in Carrollton, this treatment can be especially convenient for school, sports, and other daily activities.
Starting myopia management early gives us an opportunity to address progressing nearsightedness before it becomes more severe. At OmniVision Eye Care, we work closely with families in Carrollton to make treatment clear, comfortable, and personalized to each child.
Schedule a myopia management evaluation with OmniVision Eye Care at 1920 Parker Rd, Suite 120, Carrollton, TX 75010, or call (972) 939-5367 to find out whether Ortho-K is right for your child.