{"id":2355,"date":"2026-05-03T06:58:58","date_gmt":"2026-05-03T06:58:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jaipureyedental.com\/blog\/?p=2355"},"modified":"2026-05-03T06:59:09","modified_gmt":"2026-05-03T06:59:09","slug":"myopia-control-in-kids-quick-tip-jaipur-eye-dental-hospital","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jaipureyedental.com\/blog\/myopia-control-in-kids-quick-tip-jaipur-eye-dental-hospital\/","title":{"rendered":"Myopia Control in Kids \u2014 Quick Tip | Jaipur Eye &#038; Dental Hospital"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Is your child&#8217;s eye power increasing every few months? You&#8217;re not alone. A recent North India study found that <strong>49% of school children showed myopia progression within just one year of onset<\/strong> ([Indian Journal of Ophthalmology], 2025). At Jaipur Eye &#038; Dental Hospital, we regularly see children whose numbers keep climbing, and one common culprit surprises most parents: overcorrected glasses.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#e8f4fd;padding:1em;border-left:4px solid #0077b6;margin:1em 0;\"><strong>Quick Answer:<\/strong> The two most effective ways to slow your child&#8217;s increasing eye number are getting the correct prescription (not overcorrected) and spending at least 2 hours daily outdoors. Overcorrected glasses can actually accelerate myopia progression.<\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;max-width:100%;margin:1.5em 0;\">\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YVM5EVY-JMw\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Why Does Your Child&#8217;s Eye Number Keep Increasing?<\/h2>\n<p>Myopia (nearsightedness) in children typically worsens as they grow. But there&#8217;s a difference between natural progression and progression triggered by <strong>overcorrected glasses<\/strong>. When a child is given glasses with a stronger power than needed, their eyes work harder to focus at near distances. This constant strain signals the eye to elongate further, which increases the myopia.<\/p>\n<p>We recently had a young patient who came in complaining of persistent headaches. On examination, we found their glasses were overcorrected. Once we prescribed the right power, the headaches stopped and the rapid increase in their number slowed down significantly.<\/p>\n<p>This is more common than you&#8217;d think. Many parents don&#8217;t realize that a child&#8217;s first eye test needs to be thorough, not rushed. A proper consultation includes dilated retinal examination and accurate refraction, not just reading letters on a chart.<\/p>\n<h2>What Are the 2 Best Ways to Control Myopia in Children?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. Get the correct prescription.<\/strong> This sounds obvious, but it&#8217;s the most overlooked step. Your child&#8217;s glasses should be prescribed only after a proper eye examination that includes cycloplegic refraction (eye drops that relax the focusing muscle). Without this, the measured power can be higher than the actual need, leading to overcorrection.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Increase outdoor time.<\/strong> Studies consistently show that children who spend at least <strong>2 hours outdoors daily<\/strong> have slower myopia progression. Natural sunlight stimulates dopamine release in the retina, which helps slow the eye&#8217;s elongation. This is the simplest, most cost-effective intervention available, and it works.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond these two, specialised myopia control lenses and low-dose atropine drops are also options for children with rapidly progressing numbers. The right approach depends on your child&#8217;s age, current power, and rate of progression.<\/p>\n<h2>How Often Should Children Get Their Eyes Checked?<\/h2>\n<p>Children should have their first comprehensive eye examination by age 3, and then annually after that. If your child already wears glasses, a check-up every 6 months is recommended to catch any prescription changes early. Don&#8217;t wait for complaints like headaches or squinting. By then, the number may have already increased significantly.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<h3>Can overcorrected glasses damage my child&#8217;s eyes permanently?<\/h3>\n<p>Overcorrected glasses won&#8217;t cause permanent damage, but they can accelerate myopia progression, lead to frequent headaches, and cause eye strain. Getting the right prescription is key to slowing down the increase in your child&#8217;s eye number.<\/p>\n<h3>How much outdoor time is needed to slow myopia?<\/h3>\n<p>Research shows at least 2 hours of outdoor activity daily helps slow myopia progression in children. Natural sunlight exposure is the key factor, so even activities like walking to school or playing in a park count.<\/p>\n<h3>At what age should my child get their first eye test?<\/h3>\n<p>The ideal age for a child&#8217;s first comprehensive eye examination is 3 years. If there&#8217;s a family history of myopia or you notice signs like squinting or sitting too close to screens, get them checked even earlier.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#f0f7ff;padding:1.2em;border-radius:8px;margin:1.5em 0;\">\n<strong>Have questions? Book a consultation:<\/strong><br \/>\nCall <a href=\"tel:+917976551251\">+91 7976551251<\/a> or visit<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/jaipureyedental.com\" target=\"_blank\">jaipureyedental.com<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Can overcorrected glasses damage my child's eyes permanently?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Overcorrected glasses won't cause permanent damage, but they can accelerate myopia progression, lead to frequent headaches, and cause eye strain. 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