Myopia Management | Cowichan Eyecare

Supporting Your Child’s Vision for Life

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is becoming more common and starting earlier in children. What many parents don’t realize is that myopia can do more than blur distance vision. If it continues to progress, it may increase the risk of serious eye conditions later in life.

At Cowichan Eyecare, we offer proven management methods such as MiSight and Abiliti contact lenses, Stellest lenses, and more that can help slow myopia progression and protect your child’s long-term vision.

Let’s take a proactive approach to your child’s vision. Visit any of our Cowichan Valley clinics in Langford, Duncan, Chemainus, Cobble Hill, & Lake Cowichan to get started!

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What Is Myopia Management?

Myopia managment involves evidence-based treatments that aim to slow the abnormal elongation of the eye and reduce the risk of high myopia. It’s most effective when started in childhood, ideally before the condition worsens.

We offer a full suite of myopia management options tailored to your child’s age, lifestyle, and eye health needs. Early intervention can make a meaningful difference in your child’s future vision.

The Importance of Regular Eye Exams

Annual eye exams are critical for tracking changes in your child’s vision and adjusting their treatment plan. During these visits, we monitor axial eye length using tools like:

Corneal topography: A 3D scan that maps the surface of the eye.
Zeiss IOL Master: A non-contact device that measures the length of the eye with precision.

These measurements help us tailor and evaluate your child’s Myopia management plan based on their specific needs.

Our Myopia Management Options

Clear vision today is important, but protecting your child’s eyesight for the future is just as essential. At Cowichan Eyecare, we offer multiple myopia management treatments backed by clinical research and tailored to your child’s needs.

Whether your child prefers glasses or contact lenses, we can help you choose a solution that fits their lifestyle and slows myopia progression effectively.

Stellest lenses are one of the optical treatments for myopia in children. Stellest lenses provide clear central vision while using a constellation of lenslets to slow axial eye growth. The design is discreet, effective, and backed by clinical results.

With Stellest, kids can enjoy life with glasses that look and feel just like regular lenses, while parents gain peace of mind knowing their child’s vision is being protected.

ACUVUE Abiliti 1-Day lenses are specially designed to slow myopia progression in children aged 7–12. These soft, daily disposable lenses are made from breathable silicone hydrogel for all-day comfort and easy handling.

For active kids or those not ready for glasses, Abiliti lenses offer a child-friendly, flexible way to manage myopia without disrupting their routine.

MiSight 1 day contact lenses are the first soft contact lenses approved by Health Canada for Myopia management. These daily lenses use a special dual-focus design to help slow the progression of myopia while correcting distance vision.

MiSight lenses are ideal for children who are comfortable with contact lenses and offer a safe, easy-to-use option with no need for cleaning or storage.

Ortho-k lenses are custom-designed, rigid contact lenses worn overnight. While your child sleeps, these lenses gently reshape the surface of the eye, providing clear vision during the day without the need for glasses or contacts.

This non-surgical, reversible option is great for active kids who want freedom from daytime eyewear and helps slow the progression of myopia at the same time.

Zeiss MyoCare lenses are designed to slow myopia progression using alternating zones of vision correction and defocus. This innovative pattern helps control eye growth while maintaining clear, comfortable vision throughout the day.

MyoCare lenses look like regular glasses but offer modern support for your child’s long-term eye health, along with built-in UV protection.

Atropine eye drops are a simple and effective way to help manage myopia. A low dose of this medicated drop is used once nightly to help slow eye growth during key developmental years.

This option is ideal for children who may not be ready for contact lenses or who need a noninvasive way to help protect their vision from worsening.

Getting Started with Myopia Management Early

Myopia tends to worsen with age, especially during growth spurts. The earlier we start managing it, the more effectively we can slow its progression. Our Myopia management program focuses on personalized care, consistent follow-up, and parent education, so you feel supported every step of the way.

Myopia doesn’t have to define your child’s vision. With early action and the right treatment plan, we can help preserve their eye health for years to come. Contact us today to book a consultation and learn more about Myopia management at Cowichan Eyecare.

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