Vision Therapy in Myrtle Beach

What Treatments Are Used in Myopia Management?

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Ways to Manage Myopia in Children

Why is myopia management vital? It's about ensuring that your child's vision remains vibrant and unburdened by nearsightedness as they develop and lessening the risk of eye diseases later in life. Controlling myopia also improves their daily quality of life and contributes to academic success.

At Carolina Forest Family Eyecare, your child's visual well-being is one of our top priorities. We're committed to offering a range of effective myopia management treatments tailored to your child's unique needs.

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Glasses and Contact Lenses for Clear Vision

Eyeglasses and contact lenses are common and effective treatments for myopia management. These options provide your child with clear and crisp vision, addressing nearsightedness and allowing them to see the world clearly.

Our team at Carolina Forest Family Eyecare offers a wide range of fashionable eyeglasses and comfortable contact lenses to cater to your child's specific needs. We understand that comfort and style are equally important when it comes to eyewear, and our experts are here to ensure your child receives the best options to fit their unique lifestyle and preferences.


Controlling Myopia with Atropine Eye Drops

Atropine eye drops are an effective treatment option for managing myopia in children. These specialized drops slow down the progression of nearsightedness, serving as a protective shield for your child's precious vision. Our experienced team will guide you through the usage and benefits of these drops as part of our comprehensive myopia management approach.

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Vision Correction with Orthokeratology

Orthokeratology, or ortho-k, represents a modern and innovative myopia management treatment. This non-surgical approach involves custom-designed, gas-permeable contact lenses that temporarily reshape the cornea. These specialized lenses work their magic overnight, gently correcting your child's vision, and are removed in the morning for clear vision during the day.

The various benefits of ortho-k make it an appealing choice for many parents.

  • Daytime Freedom from Glasses or Contacts

    Ortho-k affords your child the freedom to see clearly throughout the day without needing eyeglasses or contact lenses.

  • Slows Myopia Progression

    Research has shown that ortho-k can help curb the development of nearsightedness, potentially reducing the risk of more severe vision problems in the future.

  • Convenient and Safe

    Ortho-k lenses are a safe and versatile option for managing myopia in children of various ages. They are easy to use and maintain, providing parents peace of mind.

  • Improved Self Confidence

    Ortho-k lenses can significantly boost your child's self-confidence with clear vision without visible vision correction.

Patient Reviews
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- Dec. 10, 2024
Excellent care and attention to detail.
- Nov. 22, 2024
Staff is very professional, helpful, they take their time with patients and I would highly recommend... this practice.
- Nov. 05, 2024
Thomas and crew do a wonderful job taking care our our eyes. I would invite you to give them a call ... for an appointment today. God bless
- Nov. 02, 2024
Dr. Lane and her staff were wonderful. They were very thorough and made me feel comfortable and care... d for throughout my eye exam. I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone in the Myrtle Beach area looking for and eye doctor.
- Oct. 27, 2024
Dr. Alavi is wonderful. Love this practice.
- Oct. 22, 2024
Receive great care
- Sep. 29, 2024
Dr Tom is great
- Sep. 29, 2024
Appointments are always on schedule with no waiting. Staff is friendly and efficient!
- Sep. 12, 2024
The waiting room is large and airy. It’s clean, neat and staffed by at least two people. The staff... was friendly, informative and familiar with all the state of the art equipment they used for my exam. I had called earlier in the day with what I felt was an emergency and they fit me right in which I was very pleased with. I have another follow up and I trust that what I’m told needs to be done will be the correct path to follow. Happy I found this Optometrist.
- Jul. 29, 2024
Very helpful, great selection of eyewear
- Jul. 27, 2024
Dr. Weshefsky is a talented provider.
- Jul. 26, 2024
Friendly staff .
- Jul. 24, 2024
Best place at Carolina Forest area!
- Jul. 23, 2024
Carolina Forest Eyecare care about the overall health of your eye from normal eyes to eyes with conc... erns such as cateracts. I have had dry eyes for 10+ years and they have a means to attack the problem vs using drops.
- Jul. 19, 2024
GREAT STAFF AND FAMILY ORIENTED! ALWAYS UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST EQUIPMENT !!! A STEP AHEAD ... OF THE REST !
- Jul. 11, 2024
They fixed my glasses for free! They kept sliding off my face and they bent them back for me. It's a... small thing but if you have glasses you understand it. Thank you all so much!
- Jul. 09, 2024
The only Dr. Helping me with my dry eyes
- Jun. 25, 2024
The knowledge and calmness of Dr Hannah is enough reason to visit this location. The staff were jus... t the icing on the cupcake. I felt comfortable, heard, respected, and valued. It was a great experience!
- Jun. 14, 2024
Carolina Forest Family Eyecare has the lowest cash price for a visit I have found. They have top of ... the line tech, good hours, and are understanding of cancellations and reschedules. The doctors have also helped me manage how my other health issues effect my eyes and have been helpful finding solutions. They make sure to explain everything and the images they take very well. I am very happy going there and recommended them to my whole family.
- Jun. 14, 2024
This office, and staff, are always on time and very friendly! Dr Lane was wonderful! Very kind and ... understanding.

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Myopia Management in Myrtle Beach

Our optometry practice in Myrtle Beach

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross

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Explore the Benefits of Myopia Management for Your Kids Today

Our dedicated team is here to help you explore these options so you can make an informed decision that ensures your child's vision remains clear and bright.

Our goal is to safeguard your child's visual health while ensuring they enjoy life with crystal-clear vision. Visit Carolina Forest Family Eyecare  today and discover how these myopia management treatments can benefit your child's future.

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