Myopia Management

Myopia Management for Children and Young
and Adults in The Greater Nashville Area

Could your child benefit
from myopia management?

Is your child struggling to see the board at school? Do they squint their eyes while watching TV? Or maybe they complain of headaches after screen time?

All of these may be signs of nearsightedness (myopia), the most common eye disease amongst children. Myopia is a disease where objects nearby are clear but objects far away appear blurry. Myopia typically occurs because the eyeball grows too long during childhood. Myopia rates amongst children are growing dramatically due to a lack of outdoor time and potentially more near work like reading and device use.

That’s why early detection and intervention are crucial. Myopia management can help slow the progression of nearsightedness and protect your child's vision for the future.

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What is myopia management?

Myopia management, also referred to as myopia control, is the use of specific treatments to slow the progression of nearsightedness in children. Untreated, myopia in children usually progresses and their vision gets worse throughout childhood. Myopia management also helps reduce the risk of vision-threatening diseases associated with high myopia later in life — including glaucoma, cataracts, and retinal disease.

Why choose Anderson Eyecare
for your child’s myopia care?

Our comprehensive myopia management services help to:

Slow myopia progression: Left untreated, myopia can worsen over time. Myopia management can help slow this progression, protecting your child's vision for the future.
Reduce the risk of eye problems: Untreated high myopia can increase the risk of serious eye diseases later in life. Myopia management helps reduce this risk.
Improve your child's quality of life: Clear vision is essential for learning, playing sports, and enjoying everyday activities. Myopia management can help ensure your child experiences the world clearly.

Treehouse Eyes
The Leading Provider of Myopia Treatment in the Country

At Anderson Eyecare, we understand the concerns parents have when it comes to their child's vision and eye health.
That's why we’ve partnered with Treehouse Eyes, the leading provider of myopia treatment in the country. This partnership allows us to offer the most advanced treatment options and proven techniques to help slow the progression of nearsightedness in your child.

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How it Works

Our practice uses state-of-the-art equipment to develop a personalized treatment plan for your child.

Our non-invasive treatments include customized contact lenses, spectacle lenses such as Stellest™, and special prescription eye drops.

Data from children using our patent-pending Treehouse Vision System® treatment plan shows a 78% decrease in the progression of their myopia vs. no treatment.

At your initial consultation, your Treehouse Eyes doctor will determine the treatment that will work best for your child.

Non-invasive Treatment Options

At Anderson Eyecare in Hermitage, we take a personal approach to each case. We will customize treatment based on your child’s situation to ensure the experience is successful. Every family is unique and every child needs a plan that will not only slow their myopia but open them up to a new world of possibilities for their vision. We will be there for you every step of the way to answer all your questions and to make sure your child has a great experience.

Orthokeratology

Orthokeratology, or Ortho-K, is a non-surgical treatment option for children with myopia. This treatment involves wearing special contact lenses overnight that reshape the cornea, allowing your child to experience clear vision during the day without the need for glasses or contacts. One of the most compelling reasons parents choose Ortho-K for their children is its ability to slow the progression of myopia. As a non-invasive treatment, Ortho-K provides both convenience and effectiveness in managing myopia in children.

Prescription Eye Drops

For some children, the use of a prescription eye drop may be the best treatment for managing myopia. Drops are typically applied at night before bed, and can be a good option for children not yet ready for a contact lens option.

Stellest™ Spectacle Lenses

If your child wears glasses, Stellest™ lenses offer more than just clear vision. They're specifically designed to slow the progression of myopia. Recently approved by the FDA as the first spectacle lens of its kind, Stellest™ uses unique optical technology to manage how light is focused inside the eye, helping reduce the rate at which myopia worsens over time. It's a simple, non-invasive option that fits seamlessly into your child's everyday routine.

Multifocal Contact Lenses

These specially designed contact lenses have multiple focal points, and have been proven to dramatically slow the progression of myopia in most children. They are worn during the day so also provide clear vision without wearing glasses. There are FDA-approved options such as MiSight® 1 day myopia control soft contact lenses.