Helping Culver City Kids See Better & Stay Ahead of Myopia
Watching your child’s vision get worse year after year can feel frustrating and uncertain. We’re here to help slow myopia progression and protect their long-term sight.
What Is Myopia & Why Should Parents Take It Seriously?
Myopia, or nearsightedness, means your child can see up close but struggles to focus at a distance. It’s becoming increasingly common in children. What many parents don’t realize is that myopia is more than just a vision issue, it’s a long-term eye health risk.
As prescriptions increase, so does the lifetime risk for serious conditions like retinal detachment, glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. That’s why we don’t take a “wait and see” approach.
Personalized Myopia Control That Works
We know every child is different. That’s why we offer a range of safe, effective options to fit your family’s routine, goals, and comfort level.
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Ortho-K Lenses Overnight lenses that gently reshape the eye while your child sleeps. Great for kids who want clear vision without daytime glasses.
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Soft Myopia Control Contacts Daily-wear contact lenses designed to slow myopia progression while correcting vision. We offer several trusted options — including MiSight® 1 Day lenses.
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Lifestyle Coaching and Monitoring Screen habits, outdoor time, and regular check-ins help parents stay in control and kids stay on track.
Is Your Child at Risk of Developing Myopia?
Consider scheduling a consultation if your child:
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Needs a stronger prescription every year
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Started wearing eyeglasses before age 8
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Squints or moves objects closer
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Spends several hours a day on screens
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Has a family history of high myopia
You’re not being overprotective, you’re being proactive. That’s the best thing you can do.
Why Parents Choose Friedman Optometry
We’re not just another vision clinic. We’re a multigenerational, family-owned boutique practice that has supported Culver City families since 1962. Many of today’s pediatric patients are the children or grandchildren of people we cared for decades ago.
When it comes to your child’s vision, you want a eye doctor who’s here to stay, who knows your family’s story, and who treats your child with the same care we would give our own.
Let’s Protect Their Vision, Together
You don’t have to figure this out alone. We’ll take the time to explain what’s happening, answer your questions, and build a clear, confident plan for your child’s future.