常见问题

您的愿景是无价的资产。不要让您的眼睛健康处于危险之中。

近视治疗和 Kacee 眼科护理选项

为什么投资于孩子的清晰视力很重要

阿曼达认为每个孩子都应该有权利清楚地看世界。每 1-2 年进行一次定期的全面眼科检查(如果有风险因素,则应更频繁地进行),对于及早发现潜在的视力问题至关重要。不要让视力模糊阻碍您的孩子 - 它会影响他们的学习、发育,甚至影响他人对他们的看法(不幸的是,视力不佳的孩子被错误地贴上了“学习迟缓”或有行为问题的标签)。

Amanda 热衷于帮助孩子在白天不戴眼镜或隐形眼镜的情况下看清自己最好的一面。对于近视儿童,她专门研究 Ortho-k,这是一种安全且经过验证的夜间隐形眼镜技术,可以控制近视的发展。这意味着现在的视力更清晰,随着孩子的成长,对眼镜的依赖减少,让他们可以自由地充分参与他们喜欢的所有活动。

有哪些有益视力的秘诀?

  • 保持健康饮食:某些营养素对眼睛健康至关重要。
  • 保护眼睛免受紫外线伤害:戴上可阻挡 UVA 和 UVB 射线的太阳镜。
  • 保持良好的数字卫生:暂时远离屏幕,以防止眼睛疲劳。
  • 让眼睛休息一下:经常将视线从屏幕上移开,并将注意力集中在远处的物体上。
  • 充足的睡眠:让你的眼睛休息并恢复活力。
  • 定期进行全面眼科检查:全面眼科检查除了检查视力外,还会检查眼睛的前部、后部、压力。尽早发现任何潜在的眼部问题对于成功治疗和终生保持良好视力至关重要。如果发现和治疗得太晚,某些眼部疾病(如青光眼)可能会导致不可逆转的视力丧失。

请分享更多关于 Amanda 的英国和新加坡背景

阿曼达 (Amanda) 是在英国和新加坡注册的高素质验光师,拥有十多年照顾各个年龄段和能力的患者的经验。

Amanda 在角膜塑形术方面拥有丰富的经验和专业知识,并且是一家全球领先的隐形眼镜公司的角膜塑形师和验光师顾问,这使她成为该领域值得信赖的权威。她还担任新加坡理工学院的兼职讲师。

她获得了英国伦敦城市大学验光学一等荣誉学位,并荣获广受好评的 Mad Sams 纪念奖,她的奉献精神可见一斑。

此外,作为一名母亲,阿曼达了解孩子们的独特需求,并提供以孩子为中心的温和的眼睛护理。

凭借专业知识和奉献精神的独特结合,她是 Kacee Eyecare 保护您和您所爱之人的眼睛和视力健康的理想选择

为什么选择 Kacee 及其近视管理计划?

Kacee Eyecare 的创始人是 Amanda Ng,她是一位经验丰富的验光师,对眼部健康和客户护理充满热情。Amanda 专注于个性化服务,凭借其在角膜塑形术方面的专业知识和对客户眼部健康的教育而声名鹊起。她的方法将先进的技术与富有同情心的关怀相结合,确保每位客户都能获得量身定制的护理,以满足他们的独特需求。

因此,Kacee 这个名字的发音为“KAY-see”,意为“警惕和警觉”。Kacee Eyecare 将自己定位为警惕和警觉的眼睛健康守护者,强调积极主动地进行眼睛护理。这一理念是他们服务产品的核心,使他们在新加坡的验光行业竞争中脱颖而出。

作为父母,Amanda 深知优先考虑孩子的健康的重要性。尤其是当近视发展不可逆转时。当涉及到他们的视力时,找到合适的验光师可能感觉像是一个重大决定。这就是 Amanda 对近视管理和全面眼科检查的热情所在!

阿曼达不仅是一名角膜塑形师和验光师,而且因其高超的技术和温柔的举止而备受追捧,她还是您家人眼部健康之旅中值得信赖的合作伙伴。凭借她关怀备至的态度和帮助人们看到最佳状态的奉献精神,您可以放心,您和您所爱的人的眼睛和视力健康得到了最妥善的照​​顾。

是什么启发了Amanda 创办Kacee Eyecare?

Kacee Eyecare 的创始人 Amanda Ng 受邀创办这家诊所,是基于她作为母亲和国际培训验光师的双重视角。她在眼科护理方面的丰富经验,加上她作为父母的个人经历,使她认识到健康的视力对生活的各个方面,尤其是对儿童的深远影响。

阿曼达强调预防性眼部护理的重要性,提倡进行全面的眼部检查,而不仅仅是视力矫正。她认为定期检查对于早期发现潜在眼部疾病至关重要,这可以为个人和家庭带来更好的健康结果。她对预防性护理的承诺源于她认识到清晰的视力是一项基本权利,每个人都应该享有,尤其是儿童,他们有可能因未确诊的视力问题而被误认为“学习迟缓者”。

她对近视管理的热情尤为引人注目。Amanda 专攻 Ortho-K,这是一种安全有效的夜间隐形眼镜技术,有助于控制儿童近视的发展。这一重点反映了她希望让家庭能够优先考虑孩子的视力健康,让他们能够充分参与活动,而不受日间眼镜或隐形眼镜的阻碍,同时减缓近视的发展速度。

通过 Kacee Eyecare,Amanda 致力于创造一个未来,让清晰的视力不仅是一种特权,而且是所有人的护理标准,并培养一个重视和优先考虑眼睛健康的个人和公司社区

我会被迫做出承诺或购买什么东西吗?

不,因为我们自己也感受到了和其他地方的顾客一样的压力。

您第一次到 Kacee Eyecare 就诊时,我们将重点通过正规的眼科检查和咨询进行评估。

根据结果​​,我们将为您详细介绍合适的方案和后续事宜。您只需在准备好后再做决定。

我怎么知道你推荐的是最好的,而不是最贵的?

正如我们都需要食物才能生存一样,企业也需要利润才能生存。但大多数人活着并非仅仅为了吃饭,我们经营Kacee Eyecare也并非仅仅为了赚钱。

我们是一家以客户为中心的眼科中心,专注于预防性和主动性眼部护理。我们会向您介绍相关的方案,并根据您的实际情况做出您认为合适的决定。如果某些方案不适合您,我们会坦诚地告诉您。

别光听我们说,看看其他顾客在谷歌评论上的评价吧。在Kacee,我们始终致力于建立信任,并竭诚为您提供最佳的医疗服务。

Myopia Control

My child can still see with glasses. Why consider myopia control now?

Glasses correct vision, but don’t slow myopia progression. Every increase in degree increase future eye health risks. Myopia control focuses on protecting the eyes long-term, not just seeing clearly today.

Read here to find out more about myopia control lenses.

What is Myopia / Short-Sightedness?

Myopia, also called short-sightedness, means your child can see things up close clearly, but things far away look blurry. Myopia happens when the eyeball is longer than required, so the images don't focus right. Sadly, we can't shrink the eyeball back to its original size, so blurry far-away vision often stays. Hence, myopia is technically irreversible.

Myopia is very common in Singapore and we can help your child see clearly while slowing down how fast their eyesight might change.

Read here to find out how with myopia control lenses.

Why is Myopia Progression bad?

Myopia progression is when one's nearsightedness (myopia) gets worse over time. It's like your eyes growing longer over time, which makes distant objects appear blurry. E.g. a kid's myopia increasing from 100 to 175 degrees within a year; that's a fast myopia progression.

Causes:

  • Genetics: If your parents or other family members have myopia, you're more likely to have it too.
  • Environment: Spending a lot of time doing near work (e.g. reading books, sewing, playing phone/computer/rubik's cube) can contribute to myopia progression.

How can Kacee Eyecare help manage myopia progression?

  • Dispensing correct prescriptions for your glasses or contact lenses: Under-correction causes myopia to progress faster
  • Utilising Ortho-K and other myopia management solutions: Ortho-K (overnight contact lenses), Stellest or MiYoSmart glasses lenses, and MiSight soft contact lenses can help slow down myopia progression in children.
  • Providing regular eye exams: To monitor a child's myopia progression, we recommending regular eye exams every three to six months.

Why is it important to manage Myopia Progression?

Aside from the increased risks of associated eye problems, myopia is irreversible. Not forgetting a limitation to one's lifestyle (restricting your activities such as sports, driving, or flying).

How do I know if my child is suitable for Ortho-K?

Ortho-k is a fantastic option for many children. A comprehensive eye exam and consultation with an orthokeratologist specialising in myopia management, like us here at Kacee Eyecare, will be done to assess your child's suitability.

An experienced orthokeratologist will not only assess these factors but also discuss your child's lifestyle, visual needs, and your family's preferences. This personalised approach ensures the best recommendation for your child's unique situation.

What if my child is unsuitable for Ortho-K? What are other Myopia Management Options?

If your child isn't a suitable candidate for Ortho-K, don't worry – there are still several other options with Specialty Myopia Control glasses such as Stellest or MiYoSmart, or contact lenses such as MiSight to manage their myopia and help them see clearly.

We will discuss all the available options with you and your child, share the pros and cons of each approach based on your child's specific needs, prescription, and lifestyle.

A personalised myopia management plan ensures your child enjoys the best possible vision.

Can I get atropine eye drops from Kacee Eyecare?

In Singapore, atropine eye drops for myopia control are only prescribed by medical doctors (usually eye specialists i.e. ophthalmologists), not by optometrists.

While we do not have the authority to prescribe, we can refer suitable candidates for ophthalmological evaluation.

使用 Ortho-K 或 OK 镜片控制近视

Ortho-K 与其他近视控制解决方案相比有哪些优势?

Ortho-K 只需在睡觉时佩戴,便具有整夜有效的优点,因此用户白天无需佩戴近视控制镜片,从而减少了不合规或合规性不佳的可能性。

Ortho-K 本质上能够确保整夜持续有效。即使早晨取下 Ortho-K 镜片,Ortho-K 的效果仍会持续一整天。而对于其他方法,例如佩戴眼镜或日抛型隐形眼镜,则需要您记住白天佩戴,以确保治疗有效。

例如,如果孩子佩戴近视控制眼镜的时间不够长,其近视控制效果就会降低。

此外,无需佩戴眼镜或日常隐形眼镜所带来的额外便利和好处胜过其他近视控制解决方案。

在 Ortho-K 预约期间和之后我应该期待什么?

除了进行全面的眼科检查以检查您的眼睛健康和视力之外,我们合格的验光师还会使用特殊设备来“绘制”您的角膜的高点和低点。

类似于地图显示山丘和山谷的方式,这可以测量您的角膜的自然形状,我们将使用它来设计您的 Ortho-K 镜片。

如果你被认为适合
您可以在两周内收到您的定制 Ortho-K 镜片。

确保优质的角膜塑形护理
取镜后,您需要在佩戴角膜塑形镜第一晚后第二天返回进行夜间复查。之后,您将进行1周、1个月、3个月和6个月的复查。

这些以及一年内的任何额外审查都包含在 Ortho-K 套餐价格中。

什么是 Ortho-K

Ortho-K 是一种非手术的可逆性手术,使用专门设计和安装的隐形眼镜来暂时轻柔地重塑角膜,使人们在白天无需戴眼镜或日间隐形眼镜就能看得清楚。

临床研究表明,Ortho-K 可显著减缓儿童近视的发展,速度约减缓 50%

这种专门的治疗方案可以帮助有视力问题的儿童在白天不戴眼镜的情况下获得更清晰的视力。这可以让他们充分参与他们喜欢的活动,并有可能增强他们的信心。

然而,重要的是要记住,Ortho-K 是一种有其自身考虑因素的医疗程序,需要与我们的验光师讨论以确定它是否适合您的孩子。

尽管如此,越早通过 Ortho-K 等解决方案干预近视越好!年仅 6 岁的孩子就已经开始使用 Ortho-K。不要等到孩子的视力恶化才采取行动,因为近视是不可逆的。

对 Ortho-K 这个词感到好奇吗?它是 OrthoKeratology 的缩写。也称为 Ortho K 或 OK 镜片。

Ortho:意思是“直的”或“正确的”。

角膜学:指对角膜的研究

对儿童的福利

健康的眼睛习惯:

  • 有效控制近视:临床研究表明,Ortho-K 可以显著减缓儿童近视的发展约 50%。

  • 降低眼睛受伤的风险:消除运动或其他活动过程中眼镜破碎或隐形眼镜脱落的可能性。

  • 促进正确的眼部卫生:每天清洁镜片可以培养有利于整体眼部健康的习惯。

自由和便利:

  • 不再需要摸索着戴眼镜或担心丢失隐形眼镜:享受无忧无虑的活动,从运动和游泳到露营和跳舞。
  • 随时随地,视野清晰:醒来后即可出发,无论是清晨跑步还是自发的冒险。
  • 减少对矫正眼镜的依赖:拥有更自然的外观并充满自信,无需戴眼镜遮挡视线。

增强性能和信心:

  • 释放您的运动潜力:消除体育活动中眼镜脱落或隐形眼镜变干的担忧。
  • 增强你的自尊心:不戴眼镜影响你的外表,你会感到更自信、更舒适。
  • 拥抱更广阔的视野:体验不受限制的周边视觉,以提高深度感知和态势感知。

安全和常见问题

  • Ortho-k 镜片已获得 FDA 和 HSA 的批准。它们采用优质透气材料制成,佩戴舒适,不会直接接触角膜。
  • 只要保持良好的卫生习惯,感染风险就会很低。就像普通隐形眼镜一样,遵循我们的清洁和操作说明至关重要。
  • 定期进行眼科检查对于监测进展和眼睛健康至关重要。您孩子的验光师将密切跟踪任何变化并及时解决任何问题。
  • 会痛吗?不会,一点也不痛!隐形眼镜是在睡觉时戴上的,摘下来时的感觉和普通隐形眼镜差不多。
  • 孩子可以戴着它们睡觉吗?可以,它们是为过夜佩戴而设计的,可全天提供清晰的视野。
  • 如果镜片丢失了怎么办?立即联系我们进行更换。镜片丢失不会伤害眼睛,但更换镜片很重要。
  • 它适合所有儿童吗?并非所有儿童都适合。我们将评估您孩子的眼睛和个人需求,以确定 Ortho-k 是否适合他们。

成人可以使用 Ortho-K 吗?

是的,绝对是。Ortho-k 适合成年人,可以显著改善他们的视力。

我们的角膜塑形师将在咨询期间与您分享一些重要注意事项,例如依从性、眼睛健康等,以及预期差异,因为角膜的变化可能比儿童的要小。成人可能需要定期进行“补片”治疗以保持最佳视力。

确定 Ortho-k 是否适合您的最佳方法是咨询像 Amanda 这样的角膜塑形专家。她将评估您的个人需求、期望和治疗适应性。

欢迎前来咨询!我们将检查您的眼睛并向您解释 Ortho-K 如何让您无需戴眼镜就能拥有清晰的视力!

Ortho-K 与不同近视治疗方案的成本对比

价格取决于您孩子的需求和适应情况。以下是一般概述:

眼镜/眼镜:价格可以承受,但费用取决于镜片类型,通常不包括眼镜架。例如,Stellest 近视控制镜片的价格约为 500 新元

软性隐形眼镜:比眼镜贵,而且需要持续更换。例如 MiSight 日间隐形眼镜。

角膜塑形镜:初始成本较高,但可以随着时间的推移减缓近视,同时让用户在一天中的大部分时间里无需佩戴眼镜或隐形眼镜

注意:我们提供近视管理服务套餐。预约以了解更多信息。

与眼镜相比

Ortho-k 与眼镜对比:

优点:

  • 眼镜:价格实惠,容易获得,无需手术。我们还提供专门的近视控制镜片。
  • Ortho-k:全天无需戴眼镜,方便积极的生活方式,显著减缓儿童近视的发展。

缺点:

  • 眼镜:在运动或活动时会带来不便,可能会丢失或损坏,还会限制周边视野。
  • Ortho-k:与眼镜相比,需要更多的护理和卫生,初始成本可能更高,需要过夜佩戴镜片。

与软性隐形眼镜相比

Ortho-k 与软性隐形眼镜:

优点:

  • 软性隐形眼镜:适合全天佩戴,随时可用,有多种品牌和类型可供选择。
  • Ortho-K:白天无需佩戴隐形眼镜,可显著减缓儿童近视的发展。

缺点:

  • 软性隐形眼镜:需要定期清洁和更换,有眼睛感染的风险,在活动过程中会变干。
  • Ortho-K:与软性隐形眼镜相比,需要更多的护理和卫生,初始成本可能更高,并且需要过夜佩戴镜片。

与手术(例如 Lasik)相比

Ortho-k 与 LASIK 和 PRK 的比较:

优点:

  • LASIK/PRK:永久性视力矫正,手术后无需戴眼镜或隐形眼镜。
  • Ortho-k:可逆性手术,可显著减缓儿童近视的发展。

缺点:

  • LASIK/PRK:手术存在风险和潜在的副作用,例如眼睛干涩,并不适合所有人,而且费用昂贵。
  • Ortho-K:不是永久性的解决方案,需要持续的镜片护理和监测,并不适合所有眼部疾病

Does Kacee Eye Care offer customised Ortho-K lens designs rather than a one-size-fits-all approach?

Yes, we also provide personalised Ortho-K lens fittings based on detailed individual assessments, including corneal mapping and lifestyle factors, to ensure optimal comfort and myopia control effectiveness for both children and adults.

它是如何工作的?

Ortho-K 是角膜塑形术的缩写,是一种特殊的镜片,可以在您睡觉时轻轻地重塑您的眼睛,让您醒来时拥有清晰的视力,无需戴眼镜或日间隐形眼镜。它安全、可逆,适合儿童和成人。

摆脱眼镜:非常适合积极的生活方式和不喜欢戴眼镜的人。

儿童近视控制: Ortho-K 可以帮助减缓儿童视力(近视)的恶化,这是儿童家长最关心的问题。

不仅仅是近视: Ortho-K 镜片甚至可以矫正远视和散光。

观看 Ortho-K 的视频说明

全面眼科检查和时间表

如果我不确定自己需要什么怎么办?我该如何开始正确的眼部护理?

这完全正常。大多数人都会先进行一次全面的眼科检查,检查内容包括视力、眼部健康和生活方式需求。

基于这些发现,我们将解释哪些内容是相关的,哪些方案是合理的。只有在这些之后,我们才会讨论后续步骤,以确保决策不会仓促做出。

Why is it important to see an Optometrist?

Think of your eyes as a window to your body; an optometrist is often ideally positioned to detect systemic issues like diabetes and high blood pressure long before other symptoms appear.

By examining the front and back of the eye and measuring eye pressure, they catch "silent" threats like glaucoma or retinal thinning that usually go unnoticed without professional screening. These specialised evaluations significantly increase the likelihood of catching hidden risks to your vision and overall health while they are most manageable.

Ultimately, optometrists are your go-to professionals for eye care. They do more than just check your vision.

什么是全面眼科检查

我们的验光师进行的全面眼科检查不仅检查视力(视觉清晰度或敏锐度),还检查眼睛健康和潜在的眼部疾病,包括白内障、老年性黄斑变性和青光眼。

使用先进的设备进行各种测试来检查眼睛的内部和表面结构和机制。

例如:

  • 不同距离的视力
  • 眼压
  • 眼球运动和协调
  • 视网膜健康
  • 角膜健康

谁应该接受眼科检查?

其实大家。然而,有些检查比其他检查更频繁(甚至每年最多 1-2 次检查):

  • 成人:尤其是40岁以上的人,因为白内障和青光眼等眼部问题的风险随着年龄的增长而增加。
  • 儿童:从小开始每年进行一次筛查可以帮助发现弱视等潜在问题,并确保视力正常发育。
  • 糖尿病患者:他们患糖尿病视网膜病变等眼部并发症的风险较高。
  • 有眼部疾病家族史的人:近亲患有眼部疾病会增加您自身的风险。
  • 花费大量时间在屏幕前的人:这包括电脑工作、使用手机和看电视,因为这会使您的眼睛疲劳。

眼科检查有什么大不了的

随着人年龄的增长,眼睛通常会发生变化,但变化是缓慢的;在完成眼科检查之前,患者可能不会意识到问题。

及早发现任何潜在的眼部问题对于成功治疗和终生保持良好视力至关重要。否则,视力可能会出现不可逆转的退化。

因此,无论您的年龄或视力健康状况如何,请立即安排眼科筛查。

为什么我的处方检查不够?

处方检查仅限于验证您现有的处方、确认眼镜或隐形眼镜的镜片度数和其他参数。

我们全面的眼科检查不仅仅评估您的视力,我们还深入探讨潜在的眼睛健康问题,从常见的屈光不正到青光眼、白内障或糖尿病视网膜病变等更严重的“无声”疾病。

在 Kacee,我们详细了解您的眼睛健康状况,并在问题升级之前发现问题。

为什么视力检查的有效期不是几年?

由于各种因素,我们的视力会随着时间的推移自然发生变化:

年龄:随着年龄的增长,我们专注于近距离物体(调节)的能力会减弱,从而导致我们现有的处方发生变化。

潜在的医疗状况:糖尿病、高血压或自身免疫性疾病等医疗状况会影响视力,需要定期监测。

眼睛受伤或感染:这些可能会损害眼睛并影响视力,需要调整您的处方或进一步评估愈合情况。

因此,每年进行一次眼科检查作为预防性护理至关重要,类似于医生的检查。它们有助于维持眼睛健康,并在治疗通常更成功时及早发现潜在问题。

我应该计划何时以及多久进行一次眼科检查?

  • 您已经有一段时间没有进行眼科检查了:即使您视力良好,成人每 1-2 年进行一次眼科检查也是一种良好的做法,16 岁以下儿童每年进行一次眼科检查也是一种不错的做法。
  • 您的视力会发生任何变化:这可能包括视力模糊、重影或聚焦困难等。
  • 您有眼部问题的家族史:如果您的父母、祖父母或兄弟姐妹患有青光眼、糖尿病或黄斑变性等眼部疾病,您的风险较高,应定期接受筛查。
  • 您患有某些健康状况:糖尿病、高血压和某些药物会影响您的眼睛健康,因此定期检查非常重要。
  • 您感到头痛或眼睛疲劳:这可能是潜在眼部问题的征兆,例如需要戴眼镜或患有计算机视觉综合症。
  • 您是儿童(16 岁以下):每年进行一次筛查对于监测眼睛发育并及早发现任何问题至关重要。
  • 您是患有近视的儿童(使用矫正镜片,例如框架眼镜或隐形眼镜):每 6 个月进行一次筛查至关重要,因为儿童近视会迅速恶化。这意味着他们的处方强度可能会迅速变化,导致视力模糊。此外,其他可能与近视同时发生的潜在眼睛问题,例如弱视(懒惰眼)或斜视(斗鸡眼)。早期发现和干预这些情况对于预防永久性视力损伤至关重要。

我可以从 Kacee Eyecare 购买太阳镜吗?

是的,绝对是。太阳镜经常被低估,但它在保护我们的眼睛方面起着至关重要的作用。作为良好眼部健康的倡导者,我们也推广太阳镜,因为它们比你想象的更重要!原因如下:

  1. 眼睛保护:太阳会发出紫外线 (UV),随着时间的推移,紫外线会损害您的眼睛。就像您的皮肤一样,您的眼睛也会被晒伤。暴露在紫外线下会增加您患白内障、黄斑变性甚至眼睛肿块的风险。优质的太阳镜可以阻挡紫外线,帮助保护您的眼睛免受这种看不见的危险。
  2. 视力更好:太阳镜实际上可以帮助您在明亮的条件下看得更清楚。太阳镜可以减少眩光,从而减少视线模糊。当您在海滩、雪地上,甚至只是在阳光明媚的日子开车时,这一点尤其有用。某些类型的太阳镜,如偏光镜片,可以特别有效地减少眩光,甚至可以帮助您在水下看得更清楚。

虽然太阳镜绝对可以成为一种时尚宣言,但它也是保护眼睛健康和安全的好方法。

Common Questions from Parents about Childhood Myopia

What's the hurry in managing myopia when our kids are not even 12 years old, when they can always do vision correction surgery anyway?

So that we can protect the child’s long-term eye health because vision correction surgeries do not address the underlying structural problem in high myopia: the elongated eyeball. This stretching thins and weakens eye-related tissues, resulting in lifelong vulnerabilities that persist, regardless of vision correction.

During key growing years (usually ages 6-12), myopia progresses fast for many kids. There's no "hurry" in a panic sense, but early action gives the biggest payoff because interventions work best when progression is fastest. Starting young can keep myopia milder, lower adult risks, and improve long-term eye health and quality of life.

Since myopia is irreversible (elongated eye structure cannot be undone), keeping the prescription from rising quickly and preventing it from becoming very high will lower the future risk of serious issues like retinal problems, glaucoma, or early cataracts.

Why isn't any eye surgery (LASIK, PRK, SMILE, ICL, lens exchange, etc.) a complete fix for high myopia later in life?

Early myopia control in kids protects eye health far better than any surgery can repair it later because vision correction surgeries do not fully solve the problem of high myopia.

These procedures correct blurry vision by reshaping the cornea (LASIK, PRK, SMILE) or adding/replacing a lens (ICL, RLE).

Yes, one may no longer need glasses or contacts, but the procedures do NOT shorten the elongated eyeball, which is the root cause of high myopia. Because the eye stays stretched and the retina, choroid, and other tissues remain thinned and weakened, the serious sight-threatening risks remain unchanged.

The only proven way to meaningfully reduce these lifelong risks is to prevent high myopia from developing in the first place. Either by delay the start of myopia, or slowing myopia progression during childhood (when progression is the fastest).

Waiting for adult surgery means allowing more irreversible elongation, and no procedure can undo that damage.

What can Kacee Eye Care do about myopia management?

At Kacee Eye Care, our priority is to delay myopia from starting using evidence-based methods because delaying is significantly more efficient than slowing myopia.

We also slow myopia progression, not just provide vision correction. Depending on your child's lifestyle and suitability, options such as Ortho-K, specialised spectacle lenses or daytime contact lenses will be considered, alongside any atropine eye drop prescription they might have.

How thorough is myopia monitoring and progression tracking at Kacee Eye Care?

We offer and schedule regular follow-ups (every 3–6 months). Both parents and child will receive clear explanations so that parents can understand exactly how their child’s myopia is responding to the plan, as the child witnesses the effects of their daily lifestyle habits.

How does Kacee Eye Care decide if Ortho-K is the right option for my child’s myopia?

We base the recommendation on multiple aspects including full eye exam, your child’s age, current prescription, daily activities, and family goals. Ortho-K is often ideal for active kids who want clear daytime vision without glasses, while slowing their myopia progression. We explain all pros and cons clearly and have always been upfront to parents whenever we deem that Ortho-K is not suitable for their child.

How child-friendly and gentle are eye checks at Kacee Eye Care if my child is scared?

Our team is experienced with anxious children. We use calm explanations, no-rush pacing, and a relaxed environment. Many parents tell us their kids feel comfortable and even look forward to visits. Some parents are even surprised how we manage to get their child to sit through an eye exam in a cooperative manner.

What do you mean by managing myopia?

Managing myopia (also called myopia management or myopia control) means taking proactive steps to slow down how quickly nearsightedness (myopia) gets worse, especially in children. The intent is to keep the prescription from increasing rapidly and limiting how high the myopia becomes over time.

It's not about curing or reversing myopia because once the eye has elongated due to myopia, that can't be undone. Therefore, early intervention in childhood myopia is time-sensitive, and we should not wait for myopia to worsen.

What should I look for in an Ortho-K provider to make sure hygiene and safety are taken seriously?

Choose providers who emphasise thorough fitting processes, hygiene education (like proper cleaning and storage), and ongoing monitoring. At Kacee Eye Care, we guide parents on how to manage the unfamiliarity of Ortho-K for their child and themselves. We focus on safety with clinical expertise, detailed instructions for both parents and child, and regular follow-ups, making Ortho-K a reliable choice for families.

Questions About Dry Eyes & Computer Screen Time

Where can I get a proper dry eye check-up, including gland function assessment?

Kacee Eye Care provides detailed dry eye evaluations, including checks for meibomian gland function, eyelid hygiene advice, and tailored eye drop and relevant recommendations to address the root cause.

How can I manage chronic dry eyes caused by long hours on the computer?

We provide personalised advice that include screen breaks, ergonomic adjustments, and also offer suitable eye drops or recommend treatment to relieve symptoms from extended digital device use.

Do I really need blue-light filters, or are they just a marketing thing?

At Kacee Eye Care, our role is to give honest, evidence-based advice during your consultation. We look at your screen habits, eye health, and symptoms to determine if blue-light filters (lenses and/or software) would genuinely help you, or if other strategies are better.

Can you help spot computer vision syndrome and suggest ways to fix my setup?

During comprehensive eye exams, we identify signs of computer vision syndrome (eye strain, headaches, blur) and provide practical tips (screen height, lighting, the 20-20-20 rule) with lens recommendations to reduce discomfort if required.

Questions About Contact Lenses & Astigmatism

Is there any disposable contact lens option for high astigmatism?

Yes, with advancements in the contact lens sector, there are now monthly disposable contact lens options for those with high astigmatism.

Contact us for more information or book an appointment to find out if it's something for you.

Can I get multifocal / progressive contact lenses with astigmatism?

Yes, we offer specialised multifocal contact lenses designed for high astigmatism, with precise fittings to deliver clear, comfortable vision at all distances and for long wearing hours.

What if my eyes don’t tolerate contact lenses well, can you suggest alternatives?

We’re experienced with contact lens intolerance. Depending on the extent of intolerance from an eye exam, we may recommend customised solutions such as Ortho-K (overnight lenses) or other specialty lenses.

Where can I buy contact lenses safely with proper follow-up eye health checks?

At Kacee Eye Care, we supply contact lenses only after ensuring you had an eye exam done in the recent year, even if the exam was not done with us. If you are new to contact lenses, we will evaluate your eye health through an eye exam before fitting you with contact lenses to determine the lenses that suit you best, teach you how to put them on, and schedule regular monitoring in follow-up visits to keep your eyes safe and comfortable long-term.