Bifocal Contacts Can Slow Kids Nearsightedness

Bifocal Contacts Can Slow Kids Nearsightedness 

Did you know that wearing bifocal contact lenses can actually help to slow down increases in nearsightedness-called myopic progression-in kids? High amounts of myopia are associated with an increased risk of sight-threatening problems, such as retinal detachment, choroidal degeneration, cataracts, and glaucoma. Slowing the progression of myopia could potentially benefit millions of children in the USA. A recent study published in JAMA concluded that the wearing of high bifocal addition power could help in slowing the increases in myopia experienced by children. While they only shared results over a three year timeframe, it is a hopeful place to start if you child suffers from progressive myopia. 

If you or someone you know has a child who suffers from continuing increases in nearsightedness, please schedule and eye exam and we will be happy to discuss whether bifocal contact lenses might be beneficial. Call Hackensack Eye Care Center at 201-342-5191, visit Hackensack Eye Care Center or Facebook. 

Hackensack Eye Care Center is a comprehensive eye care practice staffed by NJ ophthalmologist & optometrist eye doctors and eye specialists located at 385 Prospect Street, Suites 300 & 302, Hackensack, NJ 07601 (P) 609-465-7926-an affiliate of Prism Vision Group.