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Myopia Management in Edmonton, AB

Slowing the progression of nearsightedness in children.

Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is becoming increasingly common in school-aged children. It means your child can see objects up close, but distant things, like the board at school, appear blurry. While glasses and contact lenses can correct vision, they don’t slow the progression of myopia.

At Ever Square Eye Clinic, we offer a proactive, research-backed approach to managing myopia in children. With tools like MiSight® and Stellest™ lenses, we aim to help reduce the rate at which your child’s vision worsens.

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Signs Your Child May Have Myopia

Children don’t always realize when their vision has changed. These are some of the signs parents often notice first:

  • Sitting very close to screens or books

  • Squinting to see faraway objects

  • Holding items unusually close to the face

  • Frequent complaints of headaches or eye strain

  • Difficulty seeing the whiteboard or road signs

  • Blinking a lot or rubbing eyes during visual tasks

If you’ve noticed any of these behaviours, it may be time for a pediatric eye exam and a conversation about managing myopia.

Why Managing Myopia Matters

When left unchecked, myopia can worsen throughout childhood and adolescence. While stronger prescriptions can correct vision, increasing levels of nearsightedness may raise the risk of future eye health issues, including retinal changes, glaucoma, and early cataracts.

By slowing the progression of myopia during childhood, we’re working to protect their long-term visual health and reduce their risk of complications.

How We Manage Myopia

Our Edmonton eye clinic offers two leading options for managing myopia progression:

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MiSight® Daily Contact Lenses

A soft, comfortable lens designed specifically to slow the progression of myopia in children. Worn during the day and replaced each morning, MiSight® lenses offer clear vision while supporting eye health.

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Stellest™ Spectacle Lenses

An innovative eyeglass lens that corrects myopia and is clinically proven to slow its advancement. Stellest™ lenses are ideal for younger children or those not yet ready for contact lenses.

If your child’s vision is changing quickly, there are steps we can take to help. Book a comprehensive eye exam and myopia consultation to explore personalized options for protecting their sight.