Myopia Management in Costa Mesa, CA

Nearsightedness, also known as myopia, is a common vision condition that often develops during childhood and can worsen as children grow. At Custom Eyes Optometry in Costa Mesa, CA, we provide personalized myopia management to help monitor vision changes and address the progression of nearsightedness. Our goal is to support clear vision while helping protect your child's long-term eye health.

What Is Myopia Management?

Myopia occurs when light focuses in front of the retina instead of directly on it, causing distant objects to appear blurry. Children with myopia may struggle to see the board at school, recognize distant objects, or participate comfortably in sports.

Myopia management focuses on slowing the progression of nearsightedness rather than simply updating an eyeglass prescription. Early intervention is important because higher levels of myopia are associated with an increased risk of eye conditions such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and myopic macular degeneration later in life.

At Custom Eyes Optometry, we assess each child's vision and individual risk factors to determine an appropriate management plan.

Signs Your Child May Need Myopia Management

Recognizing nearsightedness early can help parents take proactive steps toward protecting their child's vision. Common signs include:

Squinting to see distant objects clearly
Difficulty reading the board at school
Sitting unusually close to televisions or screens
Complaining about blurry distance vision
Needing frequent updates to their eyeglass prescription

If your child experiences these symptoms, scheduling a comprehensive pediatric eye exam at our Costa Mesa practice can help determine whether myopia is developing or progressing.

Myopia Management Treatment Options

At Custom Eyes Optometry in Costa Mesa, we offer several myopia management treatments designed to help slow the progression of nearsightedness in children. Depending on your child's age, prescription, and individual needs, we may recommend the following options.

Essilor Stellest Lenses are specialized eyeglass lenses designed to correct nearsightedness while helping slow myopia progression in children. They provide clear vision and offer a convenient, noninvasive option for managing worsening myopia.

MiSight 1 day contact lenses are FDA-approved, daily disposable soft contact lenses designed to correct nearsightedness and slow myopia progression in eligible children. They offer a convenient option for children who prefer contact lenses over eyeglasses.

At Custom Eyes Optometry, we evaluate your child's vision and risk factors to determine which treatment or combination of approaches may best support their long-term eye health.

What to Expect During a Myopia Management Evaluation

At Custom Eyes Optometry in Costa Mesa, we begin with a comprehensive eye examination to assess your child's prescription, visual clarity, and overall eye health. We also review previous prescription changes, family history, and daily visual habits to better understand the risk of myopia progression.

Regular follow-up appointments allow us to monitor changes in nearsightedness and adjust recommendations when necessary. Our approach emphasizes personalized care and ongoing communication with parents.

Why Choose Custom Eyes Optometry for Myopia Management?

At Custom Eyes Optometry, we understand the importance of protecting your child's vision throughout their development. Our experienced team provides comprehensive pediatric eye care and individualized attention to families in Costa Mesa. With expertise in myopia control and management, we focus on early detection, careful monitoring, and helping parents make informed decisions about their child's eye health.

If your child is showing signs of nearsightedness or has already been diagnosed with myopia, schedule an evaluation with Custom Eyes Optometry to discuss personalized myopia management in Costa Mesa, CA.

Custom Eyes Optometry
1835 Newport Blvd, Suite E-270
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Phone: (949) 775-480

Myopia Management in Costa Mesa, CA