YOUR Oak Brook MYOPIA MANAGEMENT CENTER
Comprehensive Myopia Management in Oak Brook, Elmhurst, and Hinsdale
Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is a growing issue among kids worldwide. Specifically, Progressive Myopia, which occurs when a child’s prescription grows progressively worse over time, has seen a concerning increase in recent years, requiring a practical answer from parents and eye care professionals.
Progressive Myopia in children and young adults drastically increases the risk of developing serious vision problems as your child gets older!
In recent years, myopia has seen a worrying increase, especially among children. This surge results from lifestyle changes, such as increased screen time and reduced outdoor activities. Myopia is more than just poor vision; it heightens the risk of serious eye conditions like retinal detachment, glaucoma, and myopic maculopathy. These conditions can lead to significant vision loss or even blindness. Early detection and management are crucial to mitigate these risks and ensure long-term eye health, making awareness and preventive measures vital in addressing this growing public health issue. The more aggressive the progression of myopia, the more significant are the risk factors.
Fortunately, some means are available that slow down the progression and even halt it altogether. Research has proven that this effectively lowers the long-term risks to your child’s vision.
Learn About The Myopia Management Strategies at Oakbrook Optical Eyecare
How the Global Surge in Myopia Affects Your Child’s Vision
The myopia epidemic has become a significant global health concern, particularly affecting children and adolescents. Studies show that the prevalence of myopia has skyrocketed in recent decades, with projections suggesting that half of the world’s population could be myopic by 2050. Factoased screen time, prolonged near-work activities, and limited exposure to natural sunlight drive this alarming trend.
The consequences of myopia extend beyond the inconvenience of corrective lenses; high myopia is associated with severe eye conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, and retinal detachment, which can lead to permanent vision loss. Addressing this epidemic requires a multifaceted approach, including public awareness, early detection, effective management strategies, and lifestyle modifications to promote healthier visual habits.
Why Does Myopia Management Matter?
It is important to manage myopia early on to ensure good eye health and avoid serious complications. Early detection and management of myopia can help slow down its progression, lowering the chances of developing high myopia. It is important to reduce the risk since high myopia is associated with severe eye conditions like retinal detachment, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. Interventions like using specialized contact lenses and changing one’s lifestyle can improve outcomes.
Addressing myopia early can enhance a child’s visual development, academic performance, and overall quality of life. Regular eye exams are essential to catch myopia early and implement effective treatments.
Proven Treatments to Improve Your Child’s Myopia
Effective myopia treatment options are available and can significantly improve your child’s vision and quality of life. Advances in eye care have led to various treatment strategies that can slow the progression of myopia, including specially designed contact lenses like orthokeratology (ortho-k) and multifocal contact lenses.
Lifestyle modifications, such as increased outdoor activities and reduced screen time, also play a crucial role. These treatments help maintain clearer vision and reduce the risk of developing serious eye conditions associated with high myopia. Early intervention and consistent eye care can make a lasting difference, ensuring your child’s visual health for the future.
We Offer The Following Myopia Control for Kids
Rigid Gas Permeable Contact Lenses
Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) contact lenses are highly effective for myopia control in children. They offer superior oxygen permeability, ensuring eye health while providing clear, stable vision. RGP lenses help reshape the cornea, slowing the progression of myopia. This is crucial for children, as it reduces the risk of developing severe eye conditions in the future, ensuring healthier vision as they grow.
Synergeyes Contact Lenses
SynergEyes contact lenses are a hybrid solution for myopia control in kids, combining the benefits of rigid and soft lenses. These lenses feature a rigid center for clear vision and a soft skirt for comfort, making them ideal for active children. SynergEyes lenses help manage myopia progression and slow down the worsening of nearsightedness. This innovative approach supports children’s long-term eye health, reducing the risk of severe vision problems later in life.
MiSight 1-Day Contact Lenses for Myopia Control
These daily disposable lenses use innovative technology to slow myopia progression, significantly reducing the risk of future eye health issues. MiSight lenses provide clear vision while ensuring comfort and ease of use, making them an excellent choice for children. With consistent use, they help manage nearsightedness, promoting healthier vision development and reducing the likelihood of severe vision problems as children grow older.
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Meet Dr. Joseph Franceschini
Dr. Joseph Franceschini received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Loyola University in 1987. He completed an externship at Westside Veterans Administration Hospital – Eye Clinic in 1990 and graduated Doctor of Optometry from the Illinois School of Optometry / Illinois Eye Institute in 1991.
Dr. Franceschini is a member of the Illinois Optometric Association, President-Elect West Suburban Society; American Collegiate Society of the Association (Director 1990), Contact Lens Society, IANU David Award, 2001; Illinois Society for the Prevention of Blindness; Founding Member, and Chairperson of the Charitable Services Committee of United Care Providers, LLC; and Member of The Laser Network, LLC.