Myopia Management for Children and Teens in Portsmouth NH

 Help your child see clearly today—and protect their vision for the future. At Fox Run Eye Care near Portsmouth, NH, we now offer FDA-approved myopia control options designed to slow the progression of nearsightedness and support lifelong eye health. 

WHY EARLY DETETCTION METTERS

Higher levels of myopia increase the lifetime risk of serious eye diseases such as glaucoma, retinal detachment, and macular degeneration. By starting management early, we can help preserve clear vision and protect your child’s eyes for the future. Annual eye exams allow us to monitor changes in growth and visual function—especially during the school years when myopia tends to progress fastest. 

 At Fox Run Eye Care, we offer personalized myopia management plans that fit each child’s needs and lifestyle. Depending on your child’s age, eye health, and vision goals, our doctors may recommend Essilor® Stellest™ lenses or specialty contact lenses designed to slow myopia progression.  

Your doctor will discuss both options during the exam and create a custom plan that best supports your child’s comfort, vision, and long-term eye health. 

Essilor® Stellest™ Lenses
These innovative eyeglass lenses—now FDA-authorized in the United States (September 2025)—are clinically proven to slow myopia progression by an average of 71% compared with standard single-vision lenses. They look and feel like regular glasses but feature H.A.L.T. (Highly Aspherical Lenslet Target) technology that gently guides light to reduce eye strain and help manage eye growth.

Myopia-Control Contact Lenses
For children who are comfortable handling lenses, your doctor may suggest daily disposable soft contact lenses specifically approved for myopia management. These lenses correct vision while helping slow eye elongation, offering a flexible solution for active kids and teens.

Your doctor will discuss both options during the exam and create a custom plan that best supports your child’s comfort, vision, and long-term eye health.

OUR EXAM TECHNOLOGY

We use advanced, child-friendly imaging to make each eye exam quick, gentle, and informative.  Each exam includes a personalized discussion about family history, vision habits, and risk factors to ensure your child receives the most complete and comfortable care possible. 

 If your child struggles to see distant objects or has a family history of nearsightedness, early action can make all the difference. Schedule a myopia evaluation at Fox Run Eye Care in Greenland, just 5 min drive from  Portsmouth, NH, and discover how our eye exam can help slow progression and safeguard their vision for life.

Just 5-min drive from Portsmouth,  

At Fox Run Eye Care, we know that an eye exam can feel new or even a little intimidating for children. That’s why our office was designed with comfort and calm in mind. From the moment you walk in, you’ll find a welcoming, caring team ready to make your child feel at ease. Our doctors take the time to explain each step in simple, reassuring terms—so kids understand what’s happening and parents feel confident in their care.