A2Z Eyecare (201-559-3977) has expanded its range of juvenile-onset myopia control treatments to Ridgewood, NJ, in response to the rising prevalence of nearsightedness among adolescents across the country.
-- The latest treatment option, multifocal contact lenses, represents specialized optics clinically proven to reduce eye elongation, which, A2Z Eyecare notes, is particularly suited to older kids and teens. These lenses are now available alongside other treatments like Ortho-K, MiSight® contact lenses, and low-dose atropine therapy.
More details can be found at https://www.a2zeyecarenj.com/eye-care-services/myopia-control-for-children/
According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly one in three Americans between the ages of 12 and 54 is affected by nearsightedness, with rates among children and teens climbing sharply in recent years — a trend linked in part to increased screen time and reduced outdoor activity. A2Z Eyecare’s myopia control treatments address this growing concern by targeting the underlying cause of progressive nearsightedness rather than just correcting blurry vision.
Myopia occurs when a child’s eyeball grows too long, causing light rays to focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it, leading to blurry distance vision. If left unmanaged, myopia can increase the risk of conditions like retinal detachment, glaucoma, and macular degeneration later in life, highlighting the need for early diagnosis and treatment.
“Myopia usually begins between the ages of six and fourteen, when the eyes are still developing,” said Dr. Victoria Kravchenko, lead optometrist at A2Z Eyecare. “Intervening at this stage gives us the best chance to slow progression and protect long-term eye health.”
Dr. Kravchenko adds that treatment plans are designed to match the patient’s lifestyle and needs. MiSight® 1-day contact lenses, for example, are FDA-approved daily disposables that correct vision and are also clinically shown to slow myopia progression by nearly 60%. Ortho-K lenses are worn overnight to gently reshape the cornea, allowing for clear vision during the day without glasses or contacts. For younger children or those whose prescriptions change rapidly, low-dose atropine eye drops offer a simple, non-invasive option.
Alongside myopia management, A2Z Eyecare provides pediatric eye exams, neurolenses for eye strain, dry eye treatment, and ongoing care for ocular diseases. The clinic also serves families in Upper Saddle River, Mahwah, Park Ridge, Ramsey, and Allendale.
Interested parties can find additional information about myopia control treatments in Ridgewood by visiting https://a2zeyecarenj.com/
Contact Info:
Name: Victoria Kravchenko
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Organization: A2Z Eyecare P.C
Address: 16 E Prospect Street, , Waldwick, New Jersey 07463, United States
Website: https://a2zeyecarenj.com/
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