Are you or your child struggling with myopia (short-sightedness)? We provide expert myopia control consultations at our Solihull clinic to help manage and correct this common condition.
With over 15 years of experience in offering tailored eye care, our clinic combines advanced treatments with personalised service to ensure you receive the best possible care for your vision.
What is Myopia?
Myopia, commonly known as short-sightedness, is a refractive error where distant objects appear blurry, while close-up objects remain clear. It occurs when the eye grows too long, causing light to focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it. Globally, myopia is on the rise, with studies suggesting that nearly 30% of the world’s population is affected, and this number is expected to increase dramatically in the coming decades.
What Causes Myopia?
Myopia can develop due to a combination of genetic and environmental factors. If one or both parents are myopic, there’s a higher chance that their child may develop the condition. Lifestyle factors, such as excessive near-work (reading, screen time) and a lack of outdoor activities, can also contribute to the development and progression of myopia.
How We Can Help You
We provide comprehensive myopia control consultations to assess your individual needs and offer personalised treatment options. Our expert team will diagnose your short-sightedness and prescribe the most appropriate solution for your condition. Whether through specially designed lenses, advanced treatments, or lifestyle advice, we work with you to ensure your vision is well-managed and protected.
Trust Us for Your Myopia Appointments?
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Personalised Care:
We take the time to understand your unique needs, ensuring that every solution, from spectacles to advanced treatments, is tailored to your specific vision and lifestyle.
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Unrivalled Expertise:
With over 15 years of experience and a reputation for excellence, we are at the forefront of myopia control in the West Midlands. Our experienced team, including Kazim Haji, offers unparalleled knowledge and dedication to your eye health.
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State-of-the-Art Equipment & Treatments:
We use the latest diagnostic technology and cutting-edge treatments to offer the best outcomes for your vision. We’re constantly updating our methods to keep pace with the latest global research in myopia control.
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Aftercare for Life:
Our commitment to you doesn’t end once you’ve received your prescription. Every pair of spectacles we provide is serviced for life, ensuring that you have peace of mind and continued care.
Is Myopia Harmful?
While myopia itself can be managed with the right corrective measures, it can lead to more serious eye health issues if left untreated. High myopia increases the risk of developing conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, and retinal detachment later in life. It’s essential to control the progression of myopia to protect long-term eye health. With our myopia control services, we provide solutions to slow or stop the worsening of myopia, helping you protect your future vision.
We Can Correct Your Short-Sightedness
There are several ways to correct short-sightedness, with spectacles being the most common method. Myopia can also be managed with contact lenses and, in some cases, surgical options such as LASIK. Additionally, environmental modifications such as spending more time outdoors have been shown to help slow the progression of myopia in children and young adults.
We offer a range of options and will work with you to find the best solution, keeping both your visual needs and lifestyle in mind.
Managing Myopia
Myopia progression can be controlled through various methods. We offer specialised treatments designed to reduce the worsening of short-sightedness.
These include:
- Myopia Control Spectacles: Special lenses that help reduce the rate of myopia progression.
- Orthokeratology (Ortho-K): Contact lenses are worn overnight that reshape the cornea to correct myopia.
- Atropine Eye Drops: Low-dose drops are used to slow down the progression of myopia in children.
Each treatment has its benefits and potential risks, which we will discuss with you during your consultation to find the best option for your specific needs. Our clinic is known for its comprehensive approach to myopia control, ensuring the most effective and personalised treatment plans for each patient.
Your Myopia Control Spectacle Lenses
Myopia control spectacle lenses are specially designed to help slow down the progression of myopia by altering the way light enters the eye. These lenses are typically bifocal or progressive in design, with different zones that focus light in specific areas. This can help reduce the strain on the eye and minimise the elongation of the eyeball, which is the primary cause of myopia progression.
By using advanced materials and design techniques, these lenses help manage myopia safely and effectively. We ensure that the lenses we offer are carefully selected and tailored to your individual needs, giving you the best chance for long-term control of your short-sightedness.
Speak to Our Solihull-Based Opticians Today
Let us help you take the next step in managing your vision with our expert myopia control services. With personalised care, world-class treatments, and a commitment to your long-term eye health, Dickens Eye Clinic is the trusted choice for myopia control in Solihull.
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Dickens Eye Clinic
123 High Street,
Birmingham, B1 1AA -
Opening Hours:
Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: Closed