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.
Assessing Your Child’s Myopia Progression
Early detection and regular assessment are crucial in managing myopia progression. One way we evaluate and monitor your child’s nearsightedness and eye health is with Topcon MYAH. This all-in-one device provides precise measurements of axial length and creates a detailed map of the cornea’s curvature (topography).
Axial Measurement
As your child’s eye grows (axial length), nearsightedness can worsen. Topcon MYAH precisely measures this growth, allowing us to track myopia progression and assess the effectiveness of myopia control methods.
Corneal Topography
The cornea is the clear dome at the front of your child’s eye. Corneal topography creates a detailed map of the cornea, allowing us to assess its overall health, customize contact lenses, and identify irregularities that might influence myopia development.
Our Location
Want to see what we’re all about?
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
Stat Holidays: 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]