Personalised, evidence-based care from Dr. Tatyana Katz, OD at our Brooklyn office — with the unhurried attention your eyes deserve.
Slowing Nearsightedness in Children
When a child’s prescription climbs year after year, it is not just an inconvenience — higher myopia raises lifelong risk of retinal problems. Dr. Tatyana Katz, OD offers proven myopia-control options at our Brooklyn office to slow that progression and protect your child’s eye health for the future.
Our Myopia-Control Options
Essilor Stellest Lenses — Advanced spectacle lenses shown to slow myopia progression while giving clear, comfortable vision.
Low-Dose Atropine — A simple nightly drop that, for many children, meaningfully reduces how fast nearsightedness advances.
Soft Multifocal Contact Lenses — A contact-lens option for children ready for that step.
Progress Tracking — Regular measurement so we can confirm the chosen approach is working and adjust if needed.
Why Act Early
Myopia control works best when it starts early, while a child is still growing. Dr. Katz evaluates your child’s prescription trend and lifestyle, then recommends the approach most likely to keep their myopia — and their future risk — as low as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
At what age should myopia control begin?
It is most effective when started early, often between ages 6 and 12, while the eyes are still developing. If your child’s prescription is rising, it is worth an evaluation.
Is low-dose atropine safe for children?
Low-dose atropine has a strong safety record in myopia control. Dr. Katz reviews the details with you and monitors your child throughout treatment.
Will myopia control fix my child’s vision?
It does not reverse existing nearsightedness, but it can slow how quickly it worsens — lowering the lifelong risks that come with high myopia.
