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Myopia control can help manage your child’s risk of eye disease later in life.

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Why Does My Child's Nearsightedness Need to Be Managed?

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Myopia significantly increases the risk of developing sight-threatening eye diseases later in life, such as cataracts, glaucoma, retinal detachment and macular degeneration. The higher your child’s myopia, the greater the risk.

Although eyeglasses and standard contact lenses can correct a person’s vision, they do not treat the underlying cause of myopia or slow its progression. This is where myopia management comes in.

If you’re concerned about your child’s long-term eye health and vision, contact Pro Optical today. We can help.

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What is Myopia Management?

Myopia management is an area of eye care that uses various tools and treatments to prevent or slow your child's myopia progression. Depending upon your child's specific needs, our doctors will be able to prescribe management options that can help your child maintain better vision for longer.

We specialize in myopia treatment to slow progression of nearsightedness using any of the following methods:

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What Parents Are Saying About Myopia Management

I highly recommend Dr. Cheryl DePaolo Jost to anyone looking for an eye doctor. I as well as my entire family have seen her now for a number of years. Having glasses now for 25 years I have seen a number of ophthalmologists through the years prior to being referred to her by a friend. Dr. Cheryl DePaolo Jost has been most thorough and compassionate of them all. Beyond the standard eye exams, I have seen her for urgent situations most recently for an eye ulcer likely caused by my over contact use. When I called to reach out regarding the issue the office works hard to ensure I am seen that day. Following the scan, Dr. Cheryl DePaolo Jost spent the time to not only review the scan but a thorough look at my eye to identify the issue. Following that even though I was squeezed into her schedule, she spent the time to answer all of my questions, explaining the issue, prognosis, and risks. Her calm positive demeanor and detailed explanation diminish my anxieties regarding the situation. She walks me through the next steps and works with my schedule setting up follow up appointments to ensure my eye healed appropriately. She truly cares about her patients, listening to their concerns and wants, and responds with compassion, professionalism, and care.
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- Daniel H.

Myopia increases the risk of serious eye diseases

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How Do I Know If My Child Needs Myopia Management?

If you are concerned about your child’s myopia, call Pro Optical today. Our team of eye care professionals will help you understand more about your child's nearsightedness and will determine whether your child is a candidate for myopia management.

Take our myopia assessment online to find out whether your child could benefit from this life-changing treatment.

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