Myopia Control at Allied Vision Plainsboro
Clear vision for tomorrow starts today! While myopia (nearsightedness) is often considered a benign condition, it increases the risk of developing vision-threatening issues like glaucoma, maculopathy, and retinal detachments as the magnitude of the prescription increases.
At Allied Vision Plainsboro, we move beyond just prescribing stronger glasses. Our specialized Myopia Control Program is designed to slow, or in some cases even stop, the progression of nearsightedness in children.
Learn more about our comprehensive myopia control services.
Our Myopia Control Options
We offer three primary evidence-based treatments tailored to your child's lifestyle and vision needs. Each program begins with a consultation to obtain specific measurements and determine the best path forward.
1. Stellest Ophthalmic Lenses
Stellest lenses are specialized spectacle lenses that correct vision while signaling the eye to slow its growth.
-
How they work: The design features a central zone for clear vision surrounded by tiny lens segments that change how light focuses on the outer retina.
-
The Benefits: Clinical studies show these lenses result in significantly slower myopia progression compared to standard single-vision glasses.
2. MiSight Multifocal 1-Day Contact Lenses
These daily disposable specialty soft lenses are designed specifically to slow down the progression of myopia in children.
-
How they work: They provide clear central vision while creating a specific focusing pattern in the outer retina that signals the eye to slow its excessive growth.
-
The Benefits: As a daily disposable lens, they offer a hygienic and convenient option for active children.
3. Low-Dose Atropine Therapy
Atropine is a prescription eye drop administered daily to help manage eye growth.
-
How it works: Administered in various low concentrations (ranging from 0.01% to 0.10%), these drops send signals inside the eye to slow down excessive lengthening.
-
The Benefits: This is an excellent option for children who may not be ready for contact lenses or who require a pharmaceutical approach.
Schedule Your Consultation
Ready to protect your child's vision? Contact our Plainsboro office today.
Phone: 609-275-8989
Location: 10 Schalks Crossing Road, Plainsboro, NJ 08536