What is Myopia Control ?

Myopia control is a specialized branch of eye care that goes beyond simply correcting blurry vision with glasses. Instead, it uses evidence-based treatments to slow down the rapid elongation of the eyeball, which is the underlying cause of progressing myopia.

The goal isn’t to cure myopia, but to manage its progression, reducing the risk of your child developing high levels of myopia.

Why is Controlling Myopia Progression So Important ?

Stopping myopia from getting worse is not just about convenience. High myopia (usually a prescription of -5.00 or higher) significantly increases the lifetime risk of serious eye conditions later in life, including:

• Retinal Detachment

• Glaucoma

• Cataracts at a younger age

• Myopic Macular Degeneration

By starting Myopia control treatment early, you are investing in your child’s future visual health.

Our Advanced Myopia Control Treatments

At Suseela Netralaya, our specialists are trained in the latest and most effective Myopia control methods. After a comprehensive eye exam, we will recommend the best option for your child.

1. Orthokeratology (Ortho-K)

• What it is: Specialized rigid contact lenses worn only while sleeping.

• How it works: They gently reshape the cornea overnight, providing clear vision during the day without needing glasses or contacts. This unique shape also creates a focused image that slows eye growth.

• Benefit: Freedom from glasses and contacts during waking hours.

2. Low-Dose Atropine Eye Drops

• What it is: A daily-use, prescription eye drop used in a very low concentration.

• How it works: While the exact mechanism is still being studied, atropine has been proven in numerous studies to effectively slow the elongation of the eyeball.

• Benefit : A simple, drop-based routine that is highly effective for many children.

3. MiSight & Other Multifocal Soft Contact Lenses

• What it is: Daily disposable soft contact lenses specifically designed for child myopia control.

• How it works: These lenses have special rings that focus light in a way that reduces the stimulus for the eye to grow longer.

• Benefit: Provides clear vision and controls myopia progression with the convenience of daily disposable lenses.

4. Specialized Myopia Control Spectacle Lenses

• What it is: Newly developed eyeglass lenses that use innovative optical technology.

• How it works: Similar to multifocal contact lenses, they manipulate light focus on the retina to slow down eye growth.

• Benefit : An excellent option for children who are not ready for contact lenses.

Is Your Child a Candidate for Myopia Control ?

Myopia control treatment is most effective for children whose myopia is actively worsening. You should consider a consultation if your child:

• Is between the ages of 6 and 12.

• Has a myopia prescription that gets stronger every year.

• Has one or both parents with myopia.

• Spends significant time on near-work activities (screens, reading).