Controlling Myopia for a Positive Visual Outlook
Myopia is a widespread condition. It affects 30% of Canadians, and by 2050 it’s estimated that nearly half the global population will have myopic vision.
Since myopia tends to present in children and continues to change and develop until their 20s, we have a unique opportunity to curb the growth of myopia in young people. Come see how we can boost your child’s vision.


What Is Myopia?
Myopia, in plain terms, is nearsightedness. It means your eyes can focus on things up close, but clear distance vision is a struggle. Myopia occurs when the eye grows too long, or the cornea is too steeply curved. This results in the light hitting the wrong part of the retina when it enters the eye, leading to blurred vision.

The Importance of Myopia Control for Kids
So, why is myopia control important? Why can’t you just let it develop and have your child wear glasses until they’re old enough to have laser eye surgery?
If myopia progresses too far, it can become high myopia. This is an advanced form of myopia, which increases the risk of glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, and even retinal tearing or detachment.
Addressing myopia while your child is young and still growing makes it possible to slow the progression of myopia. Staying a step ahead of myopia can improve your child’s visual outcomes as they age.
How Highstreet Eyecare Center Manages Myopia
If your child has been diagnosed with myopia, different correction avenues exist that can help them attain clearer vision. We can recommend the most appropriate treatment for their age and lifestyle.
Atropine Drops
Low concentration atropine drops have been effective in slowing myopia’s progression. Concentrations as low as .01–.05% have been used with success and few side effects.
Multifocal Contact Lenses
Multifocals are normally something people associate with the aging eye—and they are often used to correct presbyopia (the inability to focus on close objects well). But multifocal contact lenses have also been shown to slow myopia progression in children as young as 7. Their bullseye shape allows for multiple areas of focus, helping correct vision while taming myopia.
MiSight Lenses
MiSight lenses by Coopervision are daily disposable lenses designed to control myopia. They can be used by children as young as 8. Since these lenses are single-use, they’re easier for younger children to manage without the hassle of cleaning and storage.

Our Location
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We are located in the Highstreet Shopping Centre, serving the Fraser Valley community.
Where can I park?
There is parking directly in front of our office and ample parking available underground.
Our Address
- H165 – 3122 Mount Lehman Road
- Abbotsford, BC V4X 2M9
Contact Information
- Phone: 604-852-0164
- Email: [email protected]
Office Hours
- Monday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
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Highstreet Eyecare Center
- H165 - 3122 Mount Lehman Road
- Abbotsford, BC V4X 2M9
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P: 604-852-0164
[email protected]