Stronger glasses every year isn't inevitable. There are treatments that can slow it down — and Dr. Anderson specializes in them.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Chad Anderson, OD — Doctor of Optometry, Myopia Management Specialist · Last reviewed
More screen time, less outdoor time, and genetics are driving a global increase in childhood myopia. In Utah, we're seeing kids whose prescriptions jump every six months.
The risk isn't just thicker glasses. High myopia significantly increases the lifetime risk of retinal detachment, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. These aren't distant concerns — they're the reason we don't just prescribe stronger lenses and send families home.
We don't want to scare you. We want to give you options.
At Blinc, myopia management isn't a side offering — it's a core specialty. Dr. Anderson evaluates each child individually and recommends a treatment plan based on their age, prescription trajectory, and lifestyle.
Each works on the eye in a different way. Here’s the plain-language version.
A soft daily contact with concentric rings that correct vision in the center and send a “slow-growth” signal to the peripheral retina — the part that drives myopia progression.
A custom lens applies gentle pressure while your child sleeps, temporarily flattening the steep front of the eye. In the morning, light focuses correctly on the retina — all day, no lenses.
A low-dose drop interacts with receptors in the eye that regulate growth. It doesn’t sharpen vision directly — it slows the eye’s elongation, which is what makes myopia worsen.
Essilor’s Stellest lens uses H.A.L.T. technology — a constellation of tiny lenslets that create a volume of signal in front of the retina, slowing eye growth while correcting vision in the center. Stellest is available outside the U.S.; Dr. Anderson discusses it for context and for families considering options abroad.
One of the most common questions from parents: “Wait — when does my kid actually wear these?” Here’s how the day looks for each.
Atropine can be layered on top of Ortho-K or MiSight for faster progressors — Dr. Anderson builds the plan around your family’s day.
“Growing up with terrible vision myself I’ve seen my fair share of doctors, but the care here is truly on another level! Dr. Anderson uses advanced technology and options that were never even mentioned at previous practices.”
“My son was actually choosing not to see just so he could avoid wearing glasses, but Dr. Anderson provided an option that gives him amazing vision while staying glasses-free. It’s already made such a huge difference!”
“Beyond the expertise, he took the time to educate me with absolutely zero pressure. It’s clear his priority is just providing the best care possible. His attention to detail is amazing, and he’s so fun and friendly with my boys, too. It’s rare to find a specialist who is both this technically advanced and so easy to talk to. Highly recommend!!”
— Michelle
Dr. Anderson will assess your child's current prescription, measure eye length, review progression history, and recommend a personalized treatment plan. This is a dedicated appointment — separate from a routine exam.
Book a Myopia ConsultationThe earlier the better. Myopia management is most effective when started before the prescription climbs too high. We see kids as young as 6 for evaluation.
Yes. Ortho-K has decades of clinical data behind it. The lenses are custom-fitted to your child's eyes and the process is closely monitored. Dr. Anderson will walk you through care and hygiene.
Most standard vision plans do not cover myopia management treatments. We offer payment plans and accept HSA/FSA. We'll go over costs during the consultation so there are no surprises.
Myopia management is ongoing — typically through the teenage years when the eyes are still growing. Many families see slowing within the first 6–12 months. Response varies by child.
Peer-reviewed clinical studies report 50–60% slowing of myopia progression with Ortho-K and MiSight 1-day on average. Individual results depend on age at start, baseline prescription, and progression rate. Dr. Anderson tracks axial length at each visit so you can see your child's actual response. Sources: Cho P, Cheung SW, 'Retardation of Myopia in Orthokeratology (ROMIO) Study,' IOVS (2012); Chamberlain P et al., 'A 3-year Randomized Clinical Trial of MiSight Lenses for Myopia Control,' Optom Vis Sci (2019).
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