Myopia Clinic in North York & Toronto

At Empress Eye Clinic, we offer all effective myopia management and prevention treatments available today. We understand that myopia is more than just a refractive error-it’s a progressive condition that can lead to serious, sight-threatening eye diseases if not managed properly.

Our clinic provides a wide range of myopia control options. We are committed to selecting and adjusting unbiased treatment plans designed with each patient’s best interests in mind. This approach not only helps slow myopia progression in children but also reduces the risk of future eye complications.

The Unbiased Approach to Myopia Management

As leaders in myopia care, we believe in an unbiased approach to treatment selection. Our comprehensive suite of management options allows us to recommend what will deliver the best outcomes for each patien

From traditional methods to the latest innovations, every treatment plan is tailored to individual needs and regularly reviewed to ensure optimal, long-term results.

Our Myopia prevention:

At Empress Eye Clinic, we take a proactive approach to myopia prevention in children and adults. By understanding risk factors like genetics, near work, and limited outdoor time, and promoting regular eye exams, proper lighting, breaks, and outdoor activities, we help protect vision and reduce myopia progression.

Our treatment arsenal includes:

– Prescription Eyeglasses and Contact Lenses: Precisely calibrated to correct nearsightedness and support daily activities while slowing the myopia progression.
– Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) or corneal refractive therapy: Non-surgical, reversible contact lenses worn overnight to reshape the cornea.
– Atropine Eye Drops: Used in low doses to slow myopia progression.

-Dual-focus contact lenses.
– Multifocal Contact Lenses: Designed to provide clear vision at all distances and potentially slow myopia progression.

–Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments (DIMS) lenses.

– Other specialty designs lenses for myopia management.
– Multifocal eyeglasses: Similar to contact lenses, these glasses are crafted to assist children in focusing more effectively, which may reduce myopia progression.

– Pharmaceutical treatments: Low does cycloplegic eye drops that may be used separately or in conjunction with other myopia management strategies.

Preventing Myopia-Related Eye Diseases:
Early and proactive management of myopia is critical in reducing the risk of developing serious myopic-related eye diseases later in life. These conditions include:

– Glaucoma: A group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve.
– Cataracts: Clouding of the usually transparent lens of the eye.
– Retinal Detachment: An emergency condition where the retina pulls away from the supportive tissue.
– Myopic Macular Degeneration: A condition that affects the retina’s central portion (macula) and can lead to significant vision loss.

Ongoing Consultation and Education:
Our dedication to myopia management extends well beyond the clinic. At Empress Eye Clinic, we believe in building lasting relationships with patients and their families by offering ongoing education and support.

Regular follow-ups and adjustments to treatment plans are essential to achieving the best vision outcomes. Through these visits, we keep parents informed and actively involved in their child’s myopia management journey.

Conclusion:
Empress Eye Clinic’s unique and unbiased approach to myopia management allows us to serve our patients with the utmost integrity. By offering a full spectrum of treatment options, we ensure that each child and young adult receives the most suitable and effective care, reducing the likelihood of myopia-related complications later in their lives. Join us in taking a proactive stance against myopia and safeguarding your child’s vision.

Take control of myopia and help secure your child’s visual future. Reach out to Empress Eye Clinic today to explore the best myopia management strategies and embark on a tailored treatment journey.

Dr. Heshmati Answers Your Questions

Q: What is Myopia, and how does it progress?
A: Myopia, or nearsightedness, makes close objects clear but distant objects blurry. It often worsens over time. Children may need stronger prescriptions and new glasses or contacts frequently as their myopia progresses.

Q: At what age does Myopia typically begin, and when does it stop progressing?
A: Myopia usually starts around school age, though some children may develop it before age five. Early-onset myopia progresses rapidly until around age 18 and may continue slowly through college.

Q: Why is the progression of Myopia a health concern?
A: TMyopia affects millions worldwide. By 2050, about 50% of people may be nearsighted. High myopia increases the risk of serious eye diseases, including retinal detachment, glaucoma, cataracts, and myopic macular degeneration. Early detection and treatment help reduce these risks.

Q: At what age should Myopia progression be controlled?
A: Early intervention is crucial. All children should have yearly eye exams. High-risk children, such as those with two myopic parents, may start myopia control before symptoms appear. The younger the child, the more effective early management can be.

Q: What are Ortho K/Contact Lenses, and how does it control Myopia?
A: Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) uses specially designed lenses worn overnight. These lenses gently reshape the cornea so the child can see clearly during the day without glasses. Ortho-K controls the peripheral hyperopic defocus that drives eye elongation and myopia progression.

Q: What lifestyle changes can be made to lower the progression of Myopia?
A: Encourage children to take breaks every 20 minutes during close work. Reduce prolonged reading or screen time at close distances. Spending at least two hours outdoors daily helps delay myopia onset and slows its progression.

Q: My child is too young for contact lenses; should they wait to begin myopia control?
A: No. Other options, like specialty eyeglasses or pharmaceutical agents, can manage myopia in young children. When using contact lenses, parents can be taught how to safely insert, remove, and clean them. Early management helps prevent complications like amblyopia (lazy eye).

Q: I have heard that Myopia is being called an epidemic. Do you think so? And if so, why is the prevalence increasing so dramatically?
A: Yes. Modern lifestyles – more indoor time and close work – are the main cause. Genetics and ethnicity also contribute. Children with myopic parents have a higher chance of developing myopia. Myopia management can reduce risks and slow progression.

Q: Do you have any advice for parents?
A: The best advice for any parent is to have their children’s eyes checked annually and encourage them to spend two hours or more outdoors to be exposed to normal outdoor lighting. Multiple studies suggest that exposure to normal outdoor light delays Myopia’s onset and reduces its progression. It also improves their overall health.

Start Your Treatment Today 

The first step to maintaining and improving your child’s vision is to ensure they’re receiving regular eye exams. By identifying myopia early, we can effectively deliver treatment.