MYOPIA CONTROL FOR KIDSMyopia Control in North Vancouver
If your child's prescription keeps climbing every year, there's something you can actually do about it.
★★★★★ 5.0 rating, 50+ reviews
Independently owned since 2017
Lower Lonsdale, North Vancouver
UNDERSTANDING MYOPIA AT VIEW OPTOMETRYSigns Worth Getting Checked
Squinting to see things far away
Sitting close to the TV or holding devices close to their face
Headaches after school or screen time
Family history of myopia
A prescription that increases at each visit
Difficulty seeing the board at school
WE OFFER DIRECT BILLING TO MOST COMPANIES
HOW WE TRACK ITThe Topcon MYAH: Our Myopia Control Instrument
We use the Topcon MYAH, a new instrument in our office built specifically for myopia control. Its biggest value is measuring axial length: the length of your child's eye, front to back. This is the number that tells us whether the eye is growing too fast, often before it shows up as a major prescription change.
What We Measure
Axial length (front-to-back eye growth)
Current prescription
Rate of change over time
Risk Factors We Check
Family history of myopia
Trends in your child's vision over the years
Our Goal
Slow the lengthening of the eye
Reduce yearly prescription changes and prevent future risk of certain eye diseases such as retina detachments
WHY IT MATTERSAs your child's eye keeps growing longer, their prescription gets stronger, and a longer eye puts more stress on the retina. In children who become highly myopic, this can lead to risk of retinal holes or tears. Catching this early gives us the best chance of keeping their long-term eye health on track.
A TEAM THAT CARES ABOUT YOUDr. Teri Hines & Dr. Jennifer Leung
Dr. Hines opened View Optometry in 2017 after training at Simon Fraser University and completing her Doctor of Optometry with honours at Pacific University in Oregon. Dr. Leung joined after studying at UBC and earning her Doctor of Optometry with honours from the University of Waterloo with honours, bringing a special interest in post-concussion vision care. Together, they lead a clinic built on unrushed exams and honest recommendations.
TREATMENT OPTIONSWhat Myopia Control Actually Looks Like
Myopia control isn't a single treatment, it's a plan built around your child's specific rate of progression and risk factors.
Depending on what we find, that might mean specialty contact or glasses lenses, pharmaceuticals, or a combination, Depending on what we find, that might mean specialty contact or glasses lenses, pharmaceuticals, or a combination,
Axial length monitoring (MYAH), prescription trend tracking
Family risk factor review
Orthokeratology (Ortho-K)
Personalized treatment plan, Orthokeratology (Ortho-K), miyosmart, MiSight, atropine
Regular follow-up exams
Considering Myopia Control For Your Child?
We do axial length measurements at every exam. If you want a head start, you can book this measurement on its own, no need to wait for their next full exam.
Also Worth Knowing About
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Eye Exams
Comprehensive, unrushed exams for every age.
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Contact Lens Fittings
Expert fittings, including Ortho-K.
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Computer Vision Relief
Relief for screen-strained, tired eyes.
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Latest Technology
Advanced diagnostics that catch what others miss.
Frequently Asked Questions
At what age should I worry about myopia?
Any noticeable change in your child's distance vision is worth checking, but myopia often first shows up between ages 6 and 12. Earlier detection means more effective treatment.
Can myopia control actually stop my child's prescription from getting worse?
It won't reverse existing myopia, but it can meaningfully slow how much worse it gets, which lowers the long-term risk of serious eye conditions.
Does my child need special equipment for myopia control?
It depends on their assessment, options range from specialty contact lenses like Ortho-K to closer monitoring alone, based on their specific risk factors.
How is axial length different from a regular prescription check?
A prescription tells us how well your child sees today. Axial length tells us how fast their eye is physically growing, often the earliest warning sign, before the prescription itself changes much.
INDEPENDENTLY OWNED SINCE 2017What Clients Are Saying
We believe in supporting the community that supports us, from sponsoring local school events to contributing to the Harvest Project, and from patient education to hands-on volunteer eye care work overseas. Quality care, delivered locally, by people who plan to be your optometrist for years to come.
Start Tracking Your Child's Eye Health Early
Book a myopia assessment, or bring it up at their next comprehensive exam.