Myopia Management
in Delaware
Myopia Management in Delaware
If your child is squinting at the whiteboard, sitting closer to the TV, or holding books and tablets inches from their face, it may be myopia (nearsightedness). At Kristin L. Campbell, OD in Delaware, OH, we provide myopia management in Delaware for kids and teens, with a practical, child-friendly approach and treatment options tailored to your family’s routines, comfort level, and vision needs.
What myopia is (and why it tends to increase in childhood)
Myopia is a common vision condition where far-away objects look blurry while up-close things stay clear. It usually happens because the eye grows a bit too long (or the cornea is too curved), so light focuses in front of the retina instead of directly on it.
Myopia often shows up during the school years and can continue to progress as kids grow. Family history can play a role, and so can lifestyle factors like lots of near work and not enough outdoor time.
Why slowing myopia progression matters
Eyeglasses and contact lenses can help your child see clearly today, but higher levels of myopia are linked with a greater lifetime risk of certain eye diseases, including retinal detachment, glaucoma, and myopic maculopathy.
Myopia control focuses on slowing the change in prescription over time, which may help lower those long-term risks. In many cases, starting earlier gives us more time to influence the trend.
What to expect at a myopia-focused pediatric visit
A myopia visit usually feels similar to a pediatric eye exam, with a few extra details that help us track changes accurately. Depending on your child’s age and needs, we may include:
- Vision testing and prescription evaluation
- Eye health checks to look at the front and back of the eye
- Measurements that help monitor eye growth and myopia progression over time
- A conversation about school, screens, sports, and daily habits that affect comfort and compliance
If your child already wears glasses or contacts, bring them along—those details help me fine-tune the plan.
Stellest lenses for myopia treatment
We’re proud to offer Essilor Stellest® lenses, the first FDA-authorized spectacle lenses proven to slow the progression of nearsightedness in children. These lenses have been shown to slow myopia progression by 71% on average over two years.1 Our experienced eye doctors will create a tailored plan to ensure your child’s Stellest lenses fit and support their day-to-day activities.
Stellest spectacle lenses are usually recommended for children ages 6–12 who have myopia, with or without astigmatism. Your child might be a good candidate for Stellest lenses it:
- They have a recent myopia diagnosis
- Their prescription has been rising steadily over time
- Your child is too young or not ready for specialized contact lenses
Eye health for the whole family
Myopia care is a big part of what we do, and comprehensive eye care matters at every age. Routine exams help screen for eye diseases and monitor vision changes you may not notice day to day.
We provide our patients with regular eye exams, fittings for glasses and contacts, and specialty care for dry eye and chronic eye diseases. If you’ve been searching for trustworthy eye doctors in Delaware, OH who take time to explain options clearly and treat you like a person (not a number), you’ll fit right in here.
Ready to talk about myopia control?
Kristin L. Campbell, OD brings experience, steady guidance, and genuinely personalized care to each visit, whether your child is newly diagnosed, or you’re exploring a better plan to slow myopia progression. Schedule an appointment to discuss options and find a routine that feels realistic for your family.
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