by Dr. Chris Browning | Mar 16, 2023 | Myopia Management
In this blog, discover the benefits of treating myopia early. Myopia is one of the most common vision issues among children, with 1 in 3 being myopic. It’s an epidemic that is projected to affect half of the world’s population by the year 2050. At Treehouse Eyes, our...
by Dr. Chris Browning | Feb 2, 2023 | Myopia Management, Pediatric Eyecare
Myopia or nearsightedness is a condition that can be brought about by many factors including genetic inheritance. It alters the shape and structure of the eye limiting its capability to focus on objects in the distance (blurry distance vision). If you have struggled...
by Dr. Gaia Hess | Jan 6, 2023 | Myopia Management, Pediatric Eyecare
The digital world has transformed our lives, but the effects of tech aren’t always positive for kids. By limiting your child’s screen time, you help your child to experience the many benefits. As a parent, you should be mindful of how much time your child...
by Dr. Gaia Hess | Dec 5, 2022 | Myopia Management, Pediatric Eyecare
Just because the weather is cooling down, it doesn’t mean that your kids should be kept indoors all winter long. In fact, there are many reasons to have them spend time outdoors, not least of which is to protect your child’s vision. Studies show that children...
by Dr. Chris Browning | Nov 7, 2022 | Myopia Management
Many parents who come into our practices consider their children’s myopia as a simple vision problem that needs correction. Each time the child needs a higher prescription, they just “fix” it by buying them a new pair of glasses. What many parents don’t realize is...
by Dr. Chris Browning | Oct 31, 2022 | Myopia Management
Myopia is a disease that currently impacts 30% of the world’s population and by 2050, almost 50% of the population will be myopic, that’s an unnerving 5 billion people. There is some debate about whether myopia is a disease or a refractive error. The answer is...
