How Can My Child's Myopia Be Corrected?

At St. Clairsville Eyecare, we help children like yours achieve clear and comfortable vision, so they can succeed at the important things in life.

Methods of Myopia Correction

Contact Lenses

Contacts can be a great choice, especially for physically active children or teens who don't want to worry about breaking or misplacing their glasses. In some cases of very high myopia, contact lenses can offer clearer vision than glasses. There are several types, including soft contacts, daily disposables, extended wear, and rigid gas permeable lenses. Speak with our team at St. Clairsville Eyecare to determine whether your child is ready for contact lenses.

Prescription Glasses

Glasses are a popular choice among younger patients. Choosing from an array of styles makes the process fun and exciting! Allowing children to be active participants in selecting their eyewear increases the likelihood that they'll actually wear them. There are strong, flexible, and resilient frames which look great and are comfortable too.

The optician can customize lenses with additions like impact-resistant or shatter-proof materials, scratch-resistant and anti-reflective coatings, UV filters, and transition lenses that darken in the sun.

We Can Help Correct Your Child's Myopia

If you're located near St. Clairsville, Ohio, an eye exam with our optometrist can determine your child's exact prescription. Progressive myopia, where a growing child's prescription continues to worsen, is why it's important for myopic children to undergo eye exams at least once a year.

At St. Clairsville Eyecare, our friendly and knowledgeable staff will be happy to recommend the most suitable method of correcting your child's myopia. To schedule your child's annual eye exam or if you have any further questions, contact us at (740) 695-0444.