Myopia Management in Sanford

Myopia Management in Sanford

Slow the Progression of Your Child's Nearsightedness

(407) 333-3937

Is your child's prescription frequently changing?

Myopia is so much more than an inconvenience.

Studies show that children with myopia increase their risk of developing potentially sight-threatening eye conditions later in life. 

Our dedicated and highly skilled eye doctors offer solutions to stop or slow your child's myopia progression. 

Offer your child a brighter future by contacting us at Advanced EyeCare in Sanford today.

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How Myopia Management Works

  • Initial consultation & follow ups

    At your initial consultation, your Advanced EyeCare eye doctor will determine the optimal myopia treatment and will schedule follow up meetings to ensure myopia progression has slowed down.

  • Customized treatment plan

    Our practice uses advanced equipment to develop a personalized treatment plan for your child.

  • Advanced treatment methods

    Non-invasive myopia treatments include customized contact lenses and/or special prescription eye drops.

  • Change in myopia progression

    Data shows a 78% decrease in the progression of their myopia vs. no treatment.


Myopia Management FAQs

What is myopia management?

Myopia management uses certain treatments and technologies to slow or even halt your child's myopia progression. Our myopia control program in Sanford is unique as we have the latest technology and experience to ensure your child's vision remains stable and healthy for years to come.

Is myopia management necessary?

Myopia is more than just poor vision. Childhood myopia raises the risk of developing sight-threatening eye diseases later in life, such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, and cataracts. Speak to your eye doctor about the best ways to minimize your child’s risk.

At what age does myopia (nearsightedness) usually start?

Myopia can begin as early as 6 and will usually progress until roughly age 20. The longer it progresses, and the higher the prescription, the greater your child’s risk of sight-threatening eye conditions later in life.

When should my child start myopia management?

For optimal results, myopia management should be started as soon as possible. That said, myopia control can help children and teens of all ages.

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- Jul. 18, 2025
Very professional, clean and friendly - I highly recommend them!
- Jul. 12, 2025
Easy to get and very competent friendly staff.
- Jul. 11, 2025
I have been going there a number of years now and they take excellent care of you and your eyecare n... eeds. Very attentive to all your concerns. Staff is extremely polite and helpful.
- Jun. 21, 2025
Dr. Ben Larson was the first eye doctor to immediately diagnosis my condition. He didn't need extra ... tests. I explained and he said, yes, that's (this condition). He let me know while it's not common, it's something he has seen a lot of. Every other eye doc has called me an "interesting case" which tells you right away they don't know what it is. So I'm happy to continue seeing Dr. Larson. He's personable and has a good sense of humor. The staff are good too. Good combination.
- May. 20, 2025
Dr. Ben Larson at Advanced Eye Care has made such a huge difference in my eyesight over the past 20+... years. I started wearing ortho K lenses at the recommendation of Dr. Larson and it changed my life. Even with my significant astigmatism in one of my eyes, he was able to correct my vision to near perfect and most often to even 20/20 or better! The day after I began wearing ortho k lenses, I could actually the leaves in the trees instead of a distant fuzzy blur. Dr. Larson was able to provide me a seamless transition to ortho k lenses in both eyes, and later, to the mono-vision for reading, using an ortho K lens in only one eye. I've been successfully using the mono-vision for a few years now, and love it. I could not entrust my eyes to anyone more caring and competent than Dr. Ben Larson at Advanced Eye Care in Sanford, FL. I highly recommend him!
- May. 03, 2025
The best eye doctor I've been to
- May. 01, 2025
Dr Ben Carson & his staff Advanced Eyecare in Sanford are very professional. I'm very confident that... his examination skills are top notch.
- Apr. 27, 2025
Excellent and efficient, quality, and compassionate eye care staff and physicians!
- Apr. 24, 2025
If you're looking for a nonsense just facts and excellence with a splash of pleasantries, then you h... ave found it here at Advanced EyeCare...
- Mar. 28, 2025
Dr. Larson is terrific and his support staff is efficient and friendly. I wouldn't go anywhere else ... for my eye care.
- Mar. 23, 2025
All the staff is great. My appt was on time and they answer all questions and explain all they are d... oing. Highly recommend.
- Mar. 11, 2025
Been going here for years and have had great experiences every time. If I’ve ever had a concerning... issue, they’ve gotten me in sane day or next day.
- Feb. 24, 2025
We are long time patients and we continue to appreciate the quality of eye care provided by Dr. Ben ... and others. We especially appreciate the care we received recently from Deanna G -- she did a super job in going above and beyone in helping us select new eyeware. Fabulous service! Dan W
- Jan. 31, 2025
Every kind and respectful. Everything was explained to me in a way I could understand it. Would reco... mmend them to anybody
- Jan. 25, 2025
Dr Christy Larson and staff were all knowledgeable, efficient and personable in treating my eye issu... e. I was very pleased with my visit and treatment.
- Jan. 24, 2025
Great service and care. 5 years going
- Jan. 21, 2025
Great team of associates. Timely, kind and professional. They also had a wide selection of eyewear a... nd my ordered items came in promptly. I definitely will continue to go to this practice
- Dec. 24, 2024
Dr Christy was excellent. Sam was so patient and kind with my six year old.
- Dec. 05, 2024
Excellent and comprehensive testing with a caring touch!
- Nov. 09, 2024
Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Clean and organized facility. Good assortment of eyewear, many... designer frames (a little pricey), but customers can purchase their eyewear elsewhere if they find it pricey.

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Myopia Management in Sanford

Our optometry practice in Sanford

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • EyeMed
  • Superior Vision
  • Davis Vision
  • Spectera
  • Medicare
  • Veterans Affairs
  • Cigna
  • Florida Blue
  • VBA
  • Tricare
  • Aetna
  • AARP Medicare Complete

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Your child deserves to see the world clearly

Visit us today to see how we can help your child thrive!

(407) 333-3937