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Provide your Child with a Clearer Future

Myopia, also called nearsightedness, occurs when the eye is elongated, or the cornea or lens are too curved in relation to the length of the eye. A myopic eye focuses images in front of the retina, instead of directly on the retina— resulting in blurry distance vision. Myopia can significantly...
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The Link Between High Myopia and Serious Eye Diseases

High myopia – severe nearsightedness – is associated with an increased risk of serious eye diseases such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and cataracts.

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Experts Warn of Rising Levels Of Myopia

Discover why experts say there’s a myopia epidemic, and learn what you can do to keep your kids’ eyes healthy. Ives Eyecare Center proudly offers myopia management treatments to nearsighted children for healthy and clear life-long vision.

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City Kids Are More Likely To Be Nearsighted

Did you know that a risk factor for developing myopia (nearsightedness) is living in an urban area? But don’t worry – the myopia management program at Ives Eyecare Center can help.

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Why Glasses Are Not the Solution for Progressive Myopia

Traditional myopia correction uses glasses to improve visual acuity, but they are not a solution for controlling myopia’s progression and may even contribute to worsening myopia. Myopia management is an effective treatment program to slow or halt myopia progression.

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Is Myopia Management Worth The Financial Investment?

The most important reason for choosing myopia management is to protect your child’s precious gift of sight from sight-threatening eye diseases. But here’s an added benefit: it may save you money in the long run!


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