Diwakar Rao is an experienced optometrist with over 20 years of clinical experience in paediatric vision care, myopia management. He also specializes in orthokeratology lens fitting and Vision Therapy
Myopia Control
Myopia Control in Bangalore – Stop Your Child’s Eye Power from Increasing
What is Myopia?
In myopia (near-sightedness), light focuses in front of the retina instead of directly on it, causing distant objects to appear blurry.
Myopia, also called near-sightedness, is a condition where distant objects appear blurry while near objects remain clear. It commonly develops in school-going children between 6 and 16 years of age.
Myopia occurs when the eyeball grows longer than normal, causing light rays to focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it.
Without proper management, the power of glasses may increase every year, which can lead to high myopia and future eye health risks.
Why Myopia in Children Is Increasing Worldwide
Doctors across the world are seeing a rapid rise in childhood myopia due to:
- Increased screen time from smartphones and tablets
- Reduced outdoor play
- Long hours of near work and studying
- Genetic factors if parents wear glasses
Research suggests that early myopia management can slow the progression of eye power and reduce the risk of high myopia later in life.
Increased screen time and reduced outdoor activity contribute to rising myopia in children.
Signs Your Child May Have Myopia
Parents should watch for the following symptoms:
- Squinting while watching television
- Sitting very close to the TV or books
- Difficulty seeing the classroom board
- Frequent headaches
- Excessive blinking or eye rubbing
If your child shows these signs, a comprehensive pediatric eye examination is recommended.
Children with myopia may squint or struggle to see distant objects clearly.
Why Controlling Myopia Early Is Important
High myopia can increase the risk of several serious eye conditions.
Many parents think glasses alone are enough. However, myopia progression can continue even after wearing glasses.
High myopia increases the lifetime risk of serious eye conditions such as:
- Retinal detachment
- Myopic maculopathy
- Glaucoma
- Early cataract
Early intervention helps slow the rate at which eye power increases.
Myopia Control Program at Samyak Drishti Eye Hospital
At Samyak Drishti Eye Hospital in South Bangalore, we offer a structured Myopia Control Program for children designed to monitor and slow myopia progression.
The program includes:
- Detailed paediatric eye examination
- Myopia progression risk assessment
- Customized treatment plan
- Regular monitoring of eye power changes
- Lifestyle guidance for children and parents
Our goal is to protect your child’s long-term vision health.
A structured myopia control program helps monitor and manage eye power progression.
Treatment Options for Myopia Control
Modern myopia management focuses on slowing the progression of eye power in children. Several clinically proven treatment options are available, and the most suitable method depends on the child’s age, lifestyle, and degree of myopia.
At Samyak Drishti Eye Hospital, our pediatric eye specialists recommend personalized myopia control plans that may include specialized spectacle lenses, therapeutic contact lenses, and medical treatments.
Specialized spectacle lenses may help slow the progression of myopia.
Myopia Control Glasses (Specialized Spectacle Lenses)
Specially designed myopia control spectacle lenses are widely used to slow the progression of near-sightedness in children.
Unlike regular glasses, these lenses use advanced optical designs that help control how light focuses on the retina, which may help slow excessive eye growth responsible for increasing eye power.
Some of the most widely used myopia control spectacle lens brands available in India include:
Hoya MiYOSMART Lenses
Hoya MiYOSMART lenses use DIMS (Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments) technology to correct vision while slowing myopia progression in children. Clinical studies have shown they can slow progression by about 60% compared to standard lenses.
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Essilor Stellest Lenses
Essilor Stellest lenses use Highly Aspherical Lenslet Target (HALT) technology designed to slow the elongation of the eye and reduce the progression of myopia.
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Zeiss MyoCare Lenses
Zeiss MyoCare lenses use C.A.R.E. (Cylindrical Annular Refractive Elements) technology designed to provide clear vision while managing peripheral defocus to control myopia progression.
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Myopia Control Contact Lenses
For some children and teenagers, specially designed contact lenses can help slow myopia progression while providing clear vision and greater freedom during sports and daily activities.
There are two main categories of therapeutic contact lenses used for myopia management: soft myopia control lenses and orthokeratology lenses.
Specialized contact lenses can help slow myopia progression in children.
Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) Lenses
Orthokeratology lenses are specially designed rigid gas-permeable contact lenses worn overnight during sleep.
These lenses gently reshape the cornea so that the child can see clearly during the day without glasses. Ortho-K lenses are also widely used to slow myopia progression.
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Ortho-K lenses reshape the cornea overnight to improve daytime vision.
Dual-Focus Soft Contact Lenses
These lenses are worn during the day and contain special optical zones that help reduce the progression of myopia by controlling peripheral defocus.
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Multifocal Myopia Control Contact Lenses
Multifocal soft contact lenses are designed with multiple optical zones that help manage how light focuses on the retina, helping slow myopia progression in children and teenagers.
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Low-Dose Atropine Eye Drops
Low-dose atropine eye drops are commonly used in children to slow the progression of myopia. The drops are typically used once daily under the supervision of an ophthalmologist.
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Low-dose atropine drops may help slow the progression of myopia.
How the Myopia Control Program Works
Myopia control programs include evaluation, treatment, and regular monitoring.
The program at Samyak Drishti typically involves:
- Comprehensive eye examination
- Myopia risk assessment
- Customized treatment plan
- Follow-up visits every 3–6 months
- Monitoring of eye power progression
Regular follow-ups allow doctors to adjust the treatment plan if required.
Myopia Control Cost in Bangalore
The cost of myopia management depends on:
- Type of treatment chosen
- Specialized lenses or medications used
- Follow-up monitoring visits
During consultation, our doctors will explain the most suitable option for your child.
Treatment plans are customized depending on the child’s eye condition.
Why Choose Samyak Drishti for Myopia Control in South Bangalore
Parents trust Samyak Drishti Eye Hospital because we offer:
- Experienced paediatric eye specialists
- Personalized myopia control programs
- Child-friendly examination environment
- Evidence-based treatment options
- Convenient location in South Bangalore
Our team focuses on long-term vision protection for children.
Myopia Control Specialist at Samyak Drishti Eye Hospital
Myopia control at Samyak Drishti Eye Hospital focuses on slowing the progression of increasing eye power in children through scientifically proven treatment approaches. We aim to protect children from developing high myopia and related eye health complications later in life.
Frequently Asked Questions About Myopia Control in Children
What is myopia in children?
Myopia, also called near-sightedness, is a condition where children can see nearby objects clearly but distant objects appear blurry. It usually develops during school age when the eye grows longer than normal.
What are the treatment options for myopia control?
Myopia control treatments may include:
- Specialized myopia control glasses
- Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) lenses
- Dual-focus contact lenses
- Low-dose atropine eye drops
- Lifestyle modifications including increased outdoor time
Do myopia control glasses really work?
Clinical studies show that specialized myopia control lenses can slow the progression of eye power compared to standard spectacle lenses.
Is myopia caused by too much screen time?
Excessive screen time and prolonged near work can contribute to the development and progression of myopia in children. When children spend long hours focusing on close objects and have limited outdoor exposure, the risk of increasing eye power may become higher.
How much outdoor time is recommended for children to prevent myopia?
Experts recommend children spend at least 2 hours outdoors daily, as natural daylight may help reduce the risk of developing myopia.
Can myopia lead to serious eye problems later in life?
High myopia can increase the risk of conditions such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and myopic maculopathy, which is why controlling myopia progression early is important.
How can I stop my child’s eye power from increasing?
While myopia cannot be reversed, treatments such as myopia control lenses, orthokeratology lenses, and low-dose atropine drops can help slow the progression of eye power in children when started early.
Can myopia in children be reduced naturally?
Myopia cannot be completely reversed naturally once it develops. However, increasing outdoor activity, reducing prolonged screen time, and following proper eye care habits may help reduce the risk of rapid myopia progression. Medical treatments such as myopia control lenses or atropine drops are often recommended to slow progression.
How do I know if my child’s myopia is getting worse?
Signs that myopia may be worsening include frequent changes in glasses prescription, squinting while looking at distant objects, sitting very close to screens, or difficulty seeing the classroom board. Regular eye examinations are important to monitor changes in eye power and detect progression early.
What happens if myopia is not controlled?
If myopia continues to progress without proper management, it can lead to high myopia in adulthood. High myopia increases the risk of serious eye conditions such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, myopic maculopathy, and early cataracts.
Can children wear contact lenses for myopia control?
Yes, specially designed contact lenses such as orthokeratology (Ortho-K) lenses or dual-focus soft contact lenses can be used in children under professional supervision. These lenses are designed to slow myopia progression while correcting vision.
Is myopia control treatment lifelong?
Myopia control treatments are usually recommended during the growing years of childhood and adolescence, when eye power tends to increase the most. Once eye growth stabilizes in the late teenage years, treatment may no longer be required.
How often should children with myopia have eye checkups?
Children with myopia should generally undergo eye examinations every 6 to 12 months, depending on how quickly their eye power is changing. Regular monitoring helps doctors adjust treatment plans and slow myopia progression effectively.
Book a Myopia Control Consultation in Bangalore
If your child’s glasses power is increasing every year, early intervention can help protect their future vision.
Schedule a myopia evaluation at Samyak Drishti Eye Hospital in South Bangalore today.