If your child’s glasses prescription keeps getting stronger each year, you’re not alone. Myopia, or nearsightedness, is on the rise in kids and as a parent, it can feel like a race against time. The good news? You can slow it down with the right plan. That’s where Navigation Eye Care steps in.
We specialize in myopia treatment for kids and help families across Chesapeake find real, lasting solutions to protect their child’s future vision.
Overview of Available Methods
There’s no one-size-fits-all fix for myopia, but the top three treatments are trusted and effective:
1. Special Glasses for Myopia Control
These aren’t your average lenses. Glasses like Essilor Stellest are designed to not only correct vision but also slow the eye’s elongation, which causes myopia to worsen.
2. MiSight Contact Lenses
Soft daily lenses that are FDA-approved for slowing myopia progression in kids. Perfect for children comfortable with contacts and families ready for a daily routine.
3. Low-Dose Atropine Eye Drops
These prescription drops are used at bedtime and are an easy, non-invasive option. They’re great for younger children or families looking for something hands-off.
At Navigation Eye Care, we walk you through each option and help determine what suits your child’s lifestyle and comfort best.
Pros and Cons to Help You Decide
As a parent, you want to make the best choice but it can feel overwhelming. Let’s simplify it.
Myopia Control Glasses
✅ Easy to use
✅ Safe and effective
⛔ Less effective than contact lenses in some cases
⛔ Limited frame options may impact style-savvy kids
MiSight Contact Lenses
✅ Strong track record for slowing myopia
✅ No glasses fog, great for active kids
⛔ Requires daily wear and care
⛔ May take some getting used to for first-time users
Atropine Eye Drops
✅ Great for young children or kids who dislike glasses
✅ Simple bedtime routine
⛔ Not all kids respond equally
⛔ May cause mild light sensitivity or blurry near vision in rare cases
Our team works closely with your family to weigh these factors and make a plan that fits your child—and your routine.
What Makes Sense for Different Families
Every family has a different rhythm, and your child’s needs should shape the approach.
👦 Got a super active 10-year-old who hates wearing glasses? MiSight may be your winner.
👧 Is your 7-year-old still adjusting to routines? Low-dose atropine drops could be just the right fit.
👩👧 Prefer to keep things simple and stick with glasses? Myopia control lenses are a great place to start.
At Navigation Eye Care, we don’t just treat vision, we understand families. Our Eye Doctor, Dr. Teten, takes time to explain every step in plain, relatable terms and builds a custom plan around your goals and lifestyle.
Here’s the Simple Plan
- Schedule a Myopia Consultation. We’ll assess your child’s vision, eye health, and risk of progression.
- Choose the Right Treatment Together. Based on age, lifestyle, and comfort, we’ll walk you through your options.
- Track Progress and Adjust as Needed. We partner with you long-term to keep your child on the best path forward.
Let’s Protect Your Child’s Vision Together
Myopia doesn’t have to get worse every year. With the right plan in place, you can help your child stay clear-eyed and confident for school, sports, and life.
📅 Book a Myopia Control Consultation at Navigation Eye Care in Chesapeake today. We’ll make the process easy, informative, and totally personalized.