There is no one-size-fits-all approach to myopia control. The most effective treatment for shortsightedness depends on your child’s eyes, lifestyle, and how their vision is changing over time.
The Modern Standard for Your Child’s Vision and Myopia Treatment
Proven Myopia Treatment Options
Specialised Myopia Glasses
Advanced lenses designed to both correct vision and slow eye growth.
Soft Daily Contact Lenses
Daily wear lenses proven to slow the elongation of your child’s eye.
Ortho-K Overnight Lenses
Worn while sleeping to reshape the eye for clear daytime vision.
Prescription Eye Drops
A simple nightly drop that can slow myopia progression.
Repeated Low Level Red Light
Low level red light therapy effectively slows myopia progression
How To Treat Myopia Effectively
Traditional glasses are a “crutch”. They help your child see today, but do nothing to stop their eyes from getting worse. How to treat myopia effectively requires managing the physical length of the eye.
This approach focuses on reducing progression, not just correcting vision. Eyes & Vision optometrists monitor axial length over time to ensure treatment is working and adjust the plan as needed
The Parent’s Practical Guide
Many parents ask about treatments for myopia and
health insurance cover – we are always here to help.
What About Cost and Insurance?
Standard optical health insurance plans often cover only basic glasses, and we provide a detailed cost breakdown and instant health fund billing and rebates. We view this as an investment in your child’s long term health, potentially saving thousands in future disease management.
How Long Does Treatment Last?
Myopia treatment is ongoing while your child is growing. Most children remain in a program until their eye growth stabilises.
About Myopia Treatment Options - FAQs
Which myopia treatment is most effective?
Clinical studies show that all our myopia treatment options have high efficacy. On average The “best” treatment is determined by your child’s eye shape, age, activity level and family lifestyle. Our optometrists recommend a custom treatment plan for your child after a comprehensive evaluation.
Are there side effects to myopia control drops or lenses?
Safety is our highest priority.
Some children may experience temporary light sensitivity with drops or initial “ghosting” (slight halos) with lenses as their eyes adjust. However, our 2026 procedures have a very high safety profile, and these effects are typically mild and short-lived.
What if my child is not ready for contact lenses?
That’s okay.
There are effective non-contact options available, including easy-to-wear specialised myopia glasses and prescription eye drops, proven to slow or stop myopia progression.
Protecting Your Child's Future
As the largest group of myopia management practices in Adelaide, Eyes & Vision have expertise, advanced equipment, and training that most general optometrists do not. Our optometrists and staff welcome paediatric patients in their practice and provide a welcoming environment for families.
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