Myopia Control & Management in Simcoe

Why Myopia Management Matters

The amount of myopia in North America has increased by 50% in the last 20 years, and almost 30% of kids aged 11–13 are nearsighted. It’s important to diagnose and address myopia early because it can get worse as kids’ eyes grow. Myopia can also interfere with quality of life and lead to serious eye problems in adulthood.

Kids should have an annual eye exam to check that they can see clearly and get help managing the effects of myopia. At Simcoe Optometric Clinic, we use evidence-based care to help kids slow the progression of myopia.

By combining an at home myopia management program and professionally fit myopia management eyeglasses and contact lenses, our team can support your child’s growing eyes every step of the way! Contact us to schedule your appointment today.

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Controlling Your Child’s Myopia

Progressive cases of myopia most often occur before the age of 20. Addressing myopia in childhood is the best way to slow down its progression and preserve vision. Minor nearsightedness will typically cause eye strain, which may lead to more severe lengthening of the eye. This is classified as “high myopia,” which has more significant eye disease implications. Our mission at Simcoe Optometric is to control myopia as early as possible.

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Reshaping Your Child’s Vision

While we don’t yet have a cure for myopia, some tools help control the condition. Our goal here is to limit myopia progression while correcting refractive errors. Our optometrists do everything they can to halt the progress of myopia.

Zeiss MyoVisionⓇ Lenses

These single vision lenses are specifically designed for children. They account for your child’s growth and are built to fit the anatomy of someone 6-12 years old. These lenses are compatible with most designer frames.

CooperVision MiSightⓇ Contact Lenses

These are daily-wear contact lenses slow the progression of myopia. Originally developed for 8-12-year-olds, MiSightⓇ corrects your child’s distance vision while signalling to their eyes that it’s time to stop growing.

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Our Location

You can find our practice in the Malo Professional Building on Colborne Street North. We offer plenty of parking behind our building with accessibility-friendly options available.