Locations: Brambleton - Cascades
Myopia Management
Myopia Management for Children
Proud to be a Treehouse Eyes Partner Provider
Did you know that among children and adolescents aged 5 to 19, nearly one in three are myopic? Some studies show that myopia in school-aged children (6-17 years) has gone up, with studies indicating that 34% of children aged 12-17 are myopic.
What is myopia?
Myopia, or nearsightedness, usually begins in childhood and tends to worsen as the eye continues to grow, typically until early adulthood. As myopia progresses, distance vision becomes increasingly blurry, requiring stronger glasses to maintain clear vision.
What are the risk factors for myopia?
Myopia risk factors include genetics (having one or both parents myopic), an insufficient amount of time spent outdoors, and excessive near work (time spent reading, school work, & digital screens). Childhood myopia is progressive, which is why your child may need a new prescription every year or two. Unless treated, a child’s myopia will continue to worsen until early adulthood.
How can myopia impact a child’s health?
Childhood myopia places a child at a greater risk of developing serious eye diseases later in life, as compared to non-myopic children, and the odds only increase as myopia continues to progress. In fact, a child with myopia is 2 to 40 times more likely to develop myopic maculopathy (also known as myopic macular degeneration, a serious vision-threatening complication) depending on their degree of nearsightedness. Retinal detachment is another serious eye condition that can cause permanent blindness. A myopic child is 3 to 21 times more likely to develop this emergency eye condition in adulthood. Moreover, children with myopia have a threefold risk of developing glaucoma, a leading cause of blindness worldwide, in the long run.
What can parents do to help slow myopia progression?
We know that parents want what’s best for their children. So here are a few recommendations that will help keep your child’s eyes healthy — whether or not myopia has set in. Take your kids outside to play. Several studies have indicated that children who spend over 2 hours outdoors during the day have lower levels of myopia and slower myopia progression.
Are Myopia Management Contact Lenses Safe for Children?
Because certain myopia treatments include contact lens wear, many parents ask whether they’re safe to wear for young children. Research suggests that contact lenses for children are just as safe for children as they are for adults.
How does it work?
Our doctors use state-of-the-art equipment to develop a personalized treatment plan for your child. Our non-invasive treatments include customized contact lenses and special prescription eye drops. Data from children using our patent-pending Treehouse Vision System® treatment plan shows a 78% decrease in the progression of their myopia vs. no treatment. At your initial consultation, our doctors will determine the treatment that will work best for your child.
Can myopia be managed?
Absolutely! The goal of myopia management is to slow or even stop the progression of myopia and reduce its impact on your child’s life. The younger myopia management begins, the more effective the treatment. We are excited at InSight Eye Optique to announce the launch of our children’s myopia management service in partnership with Treehouse Eyes®, the country’s leading myopia management service. The revolutionary system, designed to treat your child’s myopia and significantly reduce the threat of more serious eye diseases, is one of the most important innovations since glasses were first prescribed hundreds of years ago!
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I recently had an appointment with Dr. Meera Sutaria, and I am extremely satisfied with the care I received. Dr. Sutaria is genuinely knowledgeable and caring, making me feel at ease throughout the visit. She took the time to thoroughly assess my eye health and proposed a detailed plan for maintaining long-term eye health. Her dedication to her patients’ well-being is evident, and I highly recommend her to anyone seeking a professional and compassionate optometrist or eye doctor.
I have been a patient of insight eye Optique for several years now and very satisfied with their services. I require special type of contact lenses secondary to my sensitive eyes. The optometrist go above and beyond to make sure they provide me with the contact lenses most suitable for my eyes.
InSight Eye Optique is a wonderful family medical practice. From the knowledgeable and caring doctors to the welcoming and competent staff, the place sets the standard for what a doctor’s office should be.
I've lived in Brambleton 20 yrs. My family has been going to insight eye optique since it opened. This place epitomizes what a small business should be. In a day and age when any small, privately owned business can hardly stand to compete with the bigger corporate stores.....they rely on customer service and professionalism I can't recall being anything but truly fantastic. Simply put, I can't say enough good things about Insight Eye Optique and their staff. Stop in their store, you will SEE yourself!😜 -Ron T
Great Eye Place. My treatment was for dry eye. They really care about your well being! You are not just another revenue customer. Highly recommend Dr Sutaria for dry eyes & regular eye checkups.
Insight eye Optique was great! Very polite, throughly checked my eyes and did a great job. Did tests that other eye doctors I have seen have skipped. I will definitely return with other family members.
Hands down the best experience! From the exam all the way to getting a new pair of glasses. Everyone, from the doctor to the front desk and sales associates, are very knowledgeable and attentive. I initially switched to Insight Eye Optique because they carry certain frame brands and I'm so happy I did. The service is top-notch and I got my eyeglasses earlier than expected! Thank you!
Dr. Sutaria is a pleasant, professional doctor and extremely patient. She will take her time to make sure your questions are answered and you are comfortable with what is going on. The entire practice is just a comfortable place that you feel welcome and appreciated. Everyone at practice goes the extra mile to be friendly and caring.
