Myopia Management in Whitton, Twickenham
EyeSmile provides myopia management that slows down the progress of the condition, reducing the risk of retinal disease or glaucoma in the future. Myopia doesn't simply stop, it needs an effective management plan.
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Beyond Correcting — Controlling
In most cases, a child's standard prescription continues strengthening, as it corrects the blurred vision that myopia causes, but it doesn't stop the progression. With effective and personalised myopia management, we help to slow the elongation of the eyeball, reducing the progression of the condition in a safe way.
MiSight 1 day lenses
Clinically proven — 59% slower
Ortho-K overnight
No daytime lenses needed
Lifestyle advice
Outdoor time, near work breaks
Annual monitoring
Progress tracked precisely
The Evidence
MiSight 6-year clinical trial results
59%
Slower myopia progression vs standard lenses
52%
Reduction in axial eye elongation
6 yrs
Longest clinical trial for any myopia control lens
Age 8+
Licensed for use from age 8 years
Source: Chamberlain et al., Ophthalmology, 2019 & 2022
Tailored to Your Child's Lifestyle
Slow Myopia Progression
At EyeSmile, we provide treatments that are effective in reducing myopia progression by up to seventy percent, reducing final prescriptions, while reducing the risk of serious eye disease in the future.
Reduce Long-Term Risk
We help to slow the progression of your child's myopia, reducing the risk of retinal detachment, macular degeneration, glaucoma, and myopic maculophathy, ensuring your child's vision is protected in the long run.
Correction Plus Control
Standard glasses and contacts correct blurred vision. The myopia management treatment at EyeSmile corrects vision, while sending defous signals, that are effective in slowing down the elongation of the eye.
Long-Term Investment
When you take the cost of myopia management and compare it to the lifetime costs of managing high myopia, you will see it is a worthwhile long-term investment that protects your child's vision for the future.
A Long-Term Partnership
Baseline Assessment
EyeSmile provides thorough assessments that take your child's current prescription and axial length, identifying the best management options that are best suited to your child's lifestyle.
Options Discussion
After a comprehensive assessment, we will take the time to explain the relevant treatment options with you, along with the evidence and potential implications. You choose the approach you feel works best for you and your child.
Fitting & Trial Period
Should we recommend MiSight or Ortho-K, we will arrange a fitting appointment to establish the correct contact lens for your child. This includes a trial period, enabling your child to adapt before you commit to an ongoing supply.
Monitoring Programme
At EyeSmile, we will call your child back in for a six-monthly axial length measurement track, so we can ensure the treatment is working effectively. We may make some adjustments to your child's prescription or the treatment approach. After this, your child will have an annual review, as they grow.
Act Early for the Greatest Impact
- Has your child's prescription changed by -0.50D or more in the last year?
- Was your child diagnosed as short-sighted before their tenth birthday?
- Does your family have a history of high myopia?
- Are you between eighteen and twenty five and experience continuous prescription changes?
- Does your child spend less time outdoors and more time on near tasks?
- Has your child recently been diagnosed with myopia?
The Lifetime Impact
At EyeSmile, we recommend starting myopia management early. For every -0.100D of myopia that is controlled, the risk of myopia macular degeneration is dropped by approximately forty percent once your child is older. Myopia management is an investment to protect your child's long-term eye health.
Book a Myopia AssessmentFrequently Asked Questions
Have you got a question you cannot find here? Contact EyeSmile now, our team are happy to answer any questions you may have.
What is orthokeratology (Ortho-K)?
Ortho-K are rigid contact lenses that are worn overnight. They are gentle and temporary reshape the cornea while your child sleeps. This helps to provide clear vision during the day without needing glasses or lenses. The effect can be reversed should the lenses not be worn for a few days.
Are MiSight lenses safe for children?
MiSight lenses are the only contact lenses that are specifically licensed for myopia control in children. These one day lenses are safe and disposable, eliminating the need to clean them, reducing any hygiene risks.
How much can myopia management slow progression?
Every case is unique with results varying based on the child and treatment. Evidence-based interventions can slow the progression of myopia by seventy percent. The MiSight clinical trials showed a reduced progression of fifty nine percent over six years. Even a slightly slower progression can make a major difference when your child reaches adulthood.
How much does myopia management cost?
As every case is unique, the cost of myopia management varies based on the chosen treatment. If MiSight lenses are recommended, those are supplied on a subscription basis at a monthly cost that includes ongoing after-care. Ortho-K does cost more initially, but is cheaper when it comes to ongoing supply. The EyeSmile team will provide you with a detailed and transparent breakdown, discussing the best option for your child.
Up to what age can myopia be managed?
We feel that myopia management is more effective when your child is between eight and sixteen. We recommend treatment before your child reaches their mid twenties. Each patient is thoroughly assessed, identifying the right treatment to slow the progression and preserve your child's vision in the long run.
Ready to Book Your Child's Myopia Assessment?
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