Slow Down Myopia Progression
Myopia is a refractive error commonly diagnosed in childhood and affects the clarity of distance vision. The good news is myopia control is one of our eye doctor‘s specialties at Pinnacle Eyecare in Columbus, OH.
As our eyes develop, sometimes they begin to take an elongated shape, resulting in light entering your eye too soon. When this happens, it causes your retina to not focus on images in the distance.
Myopia, or nearsightedness, can continue to progress as the eye develops. Someone with myopia may require progressively stronger prescription lenses to correct their vision over time.
Talk to your optometrist about controlling myopia in your child today.
Our Eye Exams
The sooner we start myopia control, the more your child’s eyes can benefit from it. We will check for early signs and symptoms of myopia at their comprehensive eye exams, which is another reason why following a regular eye exam schedule is important for their visual development.
Your optometrist may suggest myopia control if your child is at a higher risk for myopia due to family history or if they are already developing myopia.
There are several ways we can control the progression of myopia in young children.
One of the ways is using MiSight contact lenses. These are designed to correct the refractive error that myopia causes and slow the elongation of the eye as it develops.
MiSight contact lenses are ideal for children between 8 and 12. They use 2 treatment zones, creating myopic defocus by focusing the image your child sees in front of the retina rather than behind it to help slow elongation.
Why Control Myopia?
If myopia is left untreated, your child may require frequent prescription updates to help them see as their eyes develop. Eventually, they could develop high myopia, which puts them at higher risk for developing cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration later in life.
We’re Here to Help
We specialize in myopia control at Pinnacle Eyecare. Your child’s eye health and vision are in expert hands, and we’re ready to help them see better now and for the future.
If you have any questions about controlling myopia or other aspects of your child’s vision, we’re here to answer them.
You can help give your child a better chance at reducing risks associated with myopia by keeping up with regular eye exams. Book their myopia assessment and eye examination today.
Our Location
Our Address
- 5144 Morse Rd, Suite 300
- Columbus, OH 43230
Contact Information
- Phone: 614-810-2020
- Email: info@pinnacleeyecare.com
Hours of Operation
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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The staff at Pinnacle are great and the office was extremely comfortable! The environment was welcoming and I actually forgot that this was the first time we ever met! The process was smooth and painless! Dr. King-Smith was very thorough with my exam and made sure he addressed all my questions and concerns. They have a wide selection of different frames and colors, which, I found the perfect ones for me! I left feeling well informed and excited to come back to pick up my new glasses! I felt like I made new friends! Professional, very clean, and friendly! Couldn’t ask for anything more!
Latoya Williams
I had an amazing experience at Pinnacle Eyecare. It is clear they care about the patient and their eye health. The entire staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Dr. King-Smith took the time to explain the different tests he was doing to help me understand my eye health and what he will continue to monitor each visit. The visit was comprehensive yet efficient, and the office is welcoming and comfortable. I would recommend this to everyone!
Jillian Bohme
Wow! What an amazing office. I have been looking for an eye doctor in Columbus since I moved. Dr. King-Smith is so friendly and inviting! Eye exam was all typical, however what really made them stand apart was the staffs genuine desire to connect with me. We spent time looking for frames that complimented my face and when we got a good pick, I was able to choose a different color! So accommodating and friendly. Also there is an office dog named Max!
Bre Reynolds
This place is amazing. Everyone was very welcoming and friendly. My favorite parts were we could request an appointment online and they explained every step of the way. I’ve been going to eye doctors since I was young and this is honestly the best one I’ve been to and I would highly recommend this to anyone and everyone I know.
Sara Vigil
I had an INCREDIBLE experience with Pinnacle eyecare, and their staff. Professional, down to earth, and friendly. They have great equipment that will give you increased information about your inner eye health that I have not received before at other offices! Hannah at the front desk sets the appointment off right with great customer care. Kyle who helped with my frames was very friendly, and helped me make the most of my insurance benefits. They have a GREAT selection of frames as well. Dr. King-Smith was thorough with my exam, and participated at every part of my appointment from start to finish. I do not have to look any further for eye care. I am very pleased. 10/10. Would HIGHLY recommend. Also, really enjoyed seeing the office dog Max! He is SO sweet and cute!!!
Anne Smith
Best experience at an eye doctor, ever. Doctor explained every step he was performing and made me feel comfortable. I felt like I took a mini crash course on the eyes! You can always tell when someone loves what they do, and it felt exactly like that at Pinnacle Eyecare. They took my insurance into consideration the entire time, which is very important to me. I’m very happy to have found great care and so close to me, too.