At Dolphins Optometrists, we use cutting-edge technology to assess your eyes and provide revolutionary treatment that you won’t find anywhere else in the area. One such condition we deal with is myopia (or short-sightedness). We use innovative technology to accurately assess your eyes and provide the correct treatment for myopia and any other condition you face. To learn more, explore our website or contact us today.
Finding Treatment for Myopia
WHAT IS MYOPIA?
Myopia, or short-sightedness, is a refractive error in the eye where light focuses in front of the retina instead of on it. This results in distant objects appearing blurry while close objects are still in focus. Myopia usually develops in childhood and adolescence and can progress as you age. However, treatment is available to help slow the progression of myopia and improve your vision.
Symptoms of Myopia
If you are myopic, you may experience the following symptoms:
- Blurry vision when looking at distant objects
- The need to squint or frown to see clearly
- Headache or eyestrain from squinting
- Difficulty seeing at night
Myopia tends to be hereditary, so if your parents are myopic, you are more likely to develop the condition as well. As the eye continues to grow, myopia can progress, so it is important to have regular eye exams to monitor the condition. If dealt with too late, myopia can lead to more serious problems such as retinal detachment, cataracts, and glaucoma.
TIPS FOR REDUCING THE EFFECTS OF MYOPIA
It’s unclear exactly why myopia occurs and it is hard to prevent it. However, there are ways to help prevent things from getting worse.
Spending more time outdoors can help improve your vision. This is especially true for children, who need to spend time outside to allow their eyes to grow and develop correctly.
Wearing bifocal or multi-focal lenses can help reduce the progression of myopia as you age. These lenses allow you to focus on objects at different distances, which helps to train your eye muscles.
Undergoing treatment such as orthokeratology can also help to slow the progression of myopia. This treatment involves wearing special contact lenses that gently reshape your cornea overnight. This can improve your vision during the day and may even be a better alternative to glasses or traditional contact lenses. It is important to consult medical professionals to allow them to asses your eyes and prescribe suitable treatment for myopia.
TREATMENT FOR MYOPIA
Treatment for myopia typically involves corrective lenses or refractive surgery. At Dolphins Optometrist, we use the latest technology to assess your eyes and determine the best treatment plan for you. We offer a wide range of treatment options, including:
Glasses: Wearing glasses is the most common treatment for myopia. Glasses correct your vision by bending the light that enters your eye so that it focuses on the retina instead of in front of it. You will need to have an annual eye exam to update your prescription as your myopia progresses.
Contact lenses: Contact lenses are another option for correcting myopia. Like glasses, they bend the light that enters your eye so that it focuses on the retina. Contact lenses are a good option for people who do not want to wear glasses or who play sports.
Refractive surgery: Refractive surgery is another treatment option for myopia. This type of surgery corrects your vision by changing the shape of your cornea. It is important to note that refractive surgery is not right for everyone and that you should discuss all treatment options with your optometrist before making a decision.
Orthokeratology: Orthokeratology is a treatment that involves wearing special contact lenses that gently reshape your cornea overnight. This can improve your vision during the day and may even be a better alternative to glasses or traditional contact lenses.
MYOPIA AT DOLPHINS OPTOMETRISTS
At Dolphins Optometrists, we utilise cutting-edge technology to effectively provide treatment for myopia. One such treatment is Orthokeratology. This treatment involved wearing contact lenses that are designed to reshape the cornea overnight. Whilst this treatment is most effective among children, it can be used at any age.
Orthokeratology has many benefits, including:
- It can be used to effectively treat myopia, without the need for glasses or surgery.
- The treatment is non-invasive and painless.
- It can be used to improve vision for those who play sports or have active lifestyles.
- It is a safe and effective treatment option for all age groups.
Another benefit that may go unnoticed is that Orthokeratology can help to protect your eyes from other diseases. This is an incredibly innovative treatment and not only helps to fight myopia, but can protect your eyes from a wide array of diseases.
If you believe you or your child is struggling with myopia, do not hesitate to contact us. Our friendly, expert team can help to develop a bespoke care plan with a suitable treatment for myopia. This can protect your eyes and help to combat myopia, giving you the freedom to live without glasses and contact lenses during the day.
To learn more about our treatment for myopia, explore our website or contact us today on 01444 454 808 or hello@dolphinsoptometrists.co.uk.
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