Myopia Control in Jacksonville & Orange Park

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More & More Children Are Developing Myopia

The experts agree: myopia cases are on the rise.

Numerous studies suggest that more and more people are developing myopia across the globe, and researchers predict that almost half of the world’s population will have some degree of myopia by 2050.

Because myopia commonly develops in school-aged children, early management is essential to preserving their visual quality. Find out how we can help manage your child’s myopia development by booking an appointment today.

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Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is a refractive error that affects the quality of your distance vision. It generally develops in children, but it can progress into adulthood. Some cases may develop from genetics, but some studies believe that not spending enough time outdoors may contribute to its development.

Myopia occurs when the eye becomes too long or if the cornea’s curve becomes too steep. Light entering the eye will not reach the retina properly when these issues happen, resulting in blurry distance vision.

If uncorrected, myopia may develop into what’s known as “high myopia,” a severe version of the condition. High myopia not only affects visual quality but can also increase the risk of developing open-angle glaucoma, cataracts, and myopic macular degeneration.

MiSight Contact Lenses: Preserving Your Child’s Clarity

Myopia is a widespread refractive error, and there has been plenty of time and research on the issue to help find strategies to manage it.

MiSight contact lenses can help slow down myopia development by 50% in children.

These contacts use a technique known as “peripheral defocusing” to help manage myopia, which focuses peripheral light just in front of the retina. Focusing peripheral light in this way sends a signal to the eye that helps slow down myopia development over time.

The lenses are easy to use, comfortable to wear, and provide clear vision throughout the day.

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Find out how we can help manage your child’s myopia development by booking an eye exam for them today. We are ready to help preserve your child’s vision!

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  • 13453 N. Main St. Suite #203
  • Jacksonville, FL 32218

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  • 1075 Oakleaf Plantation Pkwy. Suite #300
  • Orange Park, FL 32065

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Can Myopia Be Reversed?

Eye Conditions, Myopia

Myopia is a common refractive error affecting many individuals worldwide, generally developing in early childhood. With myopia on the rise globally, early detection and diagnosis during eye exams can help manage myopia and preserve children’s long-term vision.  Myopia is not reversible, but myopia control can help slow its progression in children to reduce their risk […]

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February 21, 2024
Dr. Chandra M. Williams

Why Are My Eyes Dry When I Wake Up?

Dry Eye

Waking up with dry eyes isn’t just uncomfortable—it can make you start your day worried about your eye health. Your optometrist can help, and with a comprehensive eye exam, they can provide a diagnosis and treatment for your morning dry eyes. But still: why are your eyes dry when you wake up? Morning dry eyes […]

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February 21, 2024
Dr. Chandra M. Williams
A child with large round glasses, standing and holding a smartphone very close to his face

Myopia is a common refractive error affecting many individuals worldwide, generally developing in early childhood. With myopia on the rise globally, early detection and diagnosis during eye exams can help manage myopia and preserve children’s long-term vision.  Myopia is not reversible, but myopia control can help slow its progression in children to reduce their risk […]

Read More…

A young man lying in bed rubbing his eyes with his hands.

Waking up with dry eyes isn’t just uncomfortable—it can make you start your day worried about your eye health. Your optometrist can help, and with a comprehensive eye exam, they can provide a diagnosis and treatment for your morning dry eyes. But still: why are your eyes dry when you wake up? Morning dry eyes […]

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