Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a condition where distant objects appear blurry while near vision remains clear. Myopia rates continue to rise, with a staggering 50% of the population estimated to be myopic by 2050. As this condition becomes more common, so do the misconceptions surrounding myopia become more prevalent.
At Complete Family Vision Care we believe in exceptional eye care as well as education – here we unpack some common myopia myths.
Separating Myopia Facts from Fiction
Myth: Myopia Will Improve with Time
One of the most common misconceptions is that myopia will improve with age.
Truth: myopia often worsens, particularly during childhood and adolescence. This is why we emphasize the importance of regular eye exams for early detection. At Complete Family Vision Care, we offer MiSight contact lenses, which are specially designed for children to slow the progression of myopia while correcting vision.
Myth: Glasses Are the Only Treatment
While glasses and standard contacts are effective at correcting vision, they actually don’t target the root cause of myopia.
Truth: glasses correct vision but do not treat myopia where advanced treatments like Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) do. This process uses custom-fitted contact lenses worn overnight to reshape the cornea and actively target the root cause of this condition. These lenses are incredibly effective as they do away with the need to wear glasses during the day.
Myth: There’s No Way to Prevent Myopia from Progressing
Many people believe that myopia cannot be managed and that their vision will continue to deteriorate.
Truth: thanks to modern technology, there are effective ways to manage and slow the progression of myopia. Regular eye exams and early intervention with treatments like Ortho-K and MiSight lenses can help protect your vision long-term. Each treatment plan is tailored to your child’s specific vision needs and lifestyle.
Gift Your Child Lifelong Healthy Vision with Complete Family Vision Care
We don’t want to see our patients and community suffer in silence because they believe the misconceptions surrounding myopia. There is hope and there are incredibly effective treatments to help manage this condition. Request your child’s appointment here to see a better future for the long term.
