Myopia Management
Short-sightedness, or myopia, is becoming increasingly common in children, and it’s happening earlier than ever. At Marshall Opticians, we’re proud to offer evidence-based myopia management solutions from our practices in Builth Wells and Llandrindod Wells, aiming to slow down the progression of myopia and protect your child’s long-term eye health.
With both spectacle lens and contact lens options available, we’ll find the right solution to suit your child’s age, lifestyle, and prescription.
What Is Myopia?
Myopia is when distant objects appear blurry, while close-up tasks like reading or using a tablet remain clear. It usually develops in school-age children and often worsens as they grow.
But myopia isn’t just about needing glasses; higher levels of myopia can increase the risk of serious eye conditions later in life, such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and macular degeneration.
That’s why slowing myopia down early is so important and why we offer tailored treatments to help.
Myopia Management Options
We offer a range of clinically proven treatments to manage myopia progression in children and teenagers. These are safe, effective, and child-friendly, and include:
Spectacle Lenses
Specially designed myopia control glasses look and feel just like regular spectacles, but use advanced lens technology to slow the eye’s growth and reduce long-term risks.
These are an ideal option for younger children, or for those not yet ready for contact lenses.
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Contact Lenses for Myopia
We fit daily disposable contact lenses designed for myopia management, which have been shown to significantly slow the rate of myopia progression.
These lenses are:
- Easy to wear and care for
- Great for sport and active lifestyles
- A discreet and convenient choice for confident young wearers
We’ll always carry out a full contact lens assessment to ensure comfort, safety, and the best possible fit.
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Is My Child Suitable?
We consider a range of factors including:
- Age and stage of myopia
- Family history
- Lifestyle and visual demands
- Eye health and prescription
Most children with progressing short-sightedness are suitable for myopia management, and we’ll always talk you through all the options clearly and supportively.
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Book an Appointment
Start with a Children’s Eye Exam
If you think your child may be short-sighted, or if their prescription seems to be changing frequently, the first step is to book a children’s eye examination with us.
Get in touch today to find out more or to book a myopia management consultation at our Builth Wells or Llandrindod Wells practice.