Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a common vision condition that makes it difficult for your child to see clearly at a distance. While glasses can correct blurry vision, they do not address how myopia progresses. As your child grows, their prescription may continue to increase, which may affect their vision and long-term eye health.
At Lappen Eye Care, our eye doctors focus on managing myopia early, taking a proactive approach that helps protect your child’s vision now and in the future.
With four convenient locations across the Pittsburgh region, we make it easy to access consistent, high-quality eye care wherever you are.
For more than 40 years, Lappen Eye Care has served families across the Pittsburgh region with a focus on personalized care.
Myopia is becoming more common in children, especially as screen time and close-up work increase. You may notice your child squinting to see the board at school or holding devices closer than usual.
These changes can happen gradually, and without management, myopia often continues to progress year after year. Stronger prescriptions can make daily activities more challenging and may increase the risk of eye health concerns like glaucoma and retinal detachment later in life.
Every child’s vision is different, which is why myopia management is never one-size-fits-all. We take the time to understand your child’s needs, lifestyle, and visual habits before recommending a treatment plan. Through regular monitoring and personalized care, we track changes in your child’s vision and adjust their plan as needed.
Ortho-k, or orthokeratology, uses custom contact lenses worn overnight to reshape the cornea. While your child sleeps, the lenses work to adjust how light enters the eye, allowing for clear vision throughout the day without the need for glasses or contact lenses.
Essilor® Stellest® lenses are eyeglass lenses that help manage myopia using advanced peripheral defocus technology. These lenses provide clear vision while also helping slow the progression of myopia. They offer a comfortable, easy-to-use solution.
Choosing the right myopia management option depends on your child’s age, lifestyle, and the rate at which their vision is changing. Some children benefit from the flexibility of ortho-k treatment, while others are better suited for a glasses-based solution like Stellest® lenses.
Our role is to guide you through these options with clear recommendations based on what will work best for your child. We take the time to answer your questions, explain how each option works, and ensure you feel confident in the plan moving forward.
Myopia can develop gradually, and children may not always recognize that their vision has changed. Watching for early signs can help you take action sooner.
Even without symptoms, regular eye exams are the best way to monitor your child’s vision and detect changes early.
For more than 40 years, Lappen Eye Care has helped families across the Pittsburgh region protect their vision with personalized care. We understand the importance of early intervention and its role in your child’s long-term eye health. Our Pittsburgh optometrists are here to support you with care you can rely on.
Managing myopia early can make a lasting difference in your child’s vision and eye health. If you have noticed changes in your child’s vision or want to explore proactive care options, our team is here to help. Contact Lappen Eye Care to schedule a myopia evaluation and learn which solution is right for your child.