Myopia Management in Saint Charles

Myopia Management in Saint Charles

Slow the Progression of Your Child's Nearsightedness

(989) 865-9979

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 & Contact Lens Center - St. Charles in Saint Charles today.

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How Myopia Management Works

  • Initial consultation & follow ups

    At your initial consultation, your Advanced EyeCare & Contact Lens Center - St. Charles 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 Saint Charles 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.

Patient Reviews
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- Aug. 14, 2025
Walking in, I was greeted right away with smiles and help. Such a positive energy in the office, an... d the staff seem to really enjoy their job! I saw Dr. Autumn for the first time, and she's so full of energy and so thoroughly explains everything so that I understood what she was looking at, what she saw, and why she was doing what she was doing. I don't think I've ever been so informed about my eyes! Also a very helpful suggestion of making sure I blink along with using eyedrops to guard against dry eyes because of how much time I spend in front of a computer screen. And here I thought my issue was my crazy allergies... Definitely looking forward to seeing her at next year's visit! My insurance covers exams and lenses every year, but frames only every two years, and I wasn't pressured AT ALL to buy anything yet. (But at least I have a current exam if my current glasses break!) Extremely happy with my first visit with Dr. Autumn!
- Aug. 07, 2025
They are absolutely the BEST!!
- Aug. 02, 2025
My wife and I both like Dr. Autumn very much she very professional and explains everything so you ca... n understand what she is doing. And the staff are also very helpful.
- Aug. 02, 2025
We have been patients for years both Chesaning and St Charles Staffs have been very professional and... treat us with respect on every visit.
- Jun. 12, 2025
The staff is competent and professional but also seem to enjoy their jobs and convey that to their p... atients. I felt relaxed & respected in their office. Dr. Autumn is fantastic and explains everything so well!
- Mar. 18, 2025
Advanced eye care has the friendliest staff that truly care about their clients !
- Mar. 12, 2025
Very good, helpful highly recommend
- Jan. 23, 2025
A+ from start to finish!
- Nov. 14, 2024
The entire staff is absolutely amazing! They make you feel welcome as soon as you walk in the door.... Everyone feels like a friend.
- Oct. 10, 2024
The doctor was very friendly and always had a smile on her face. Service was quick and professional
- Oct. 10, 2024
Always wonderful no complaints!
- Oct. 03, 2024
Dr. Autumn is so professional and pleasant. I look forward to my appointments as she keeps me up-to-... date on everything I need to be watching for. The entire staff is so kind and explains every process in detail. Would recommend this eye care facility to anyone!
- Aug. 05, 2024
Staff is friendly. They are prompt with getting glasses as well.
- Apr. 25, 2024
Very Friendly and helpful
- Apr. 02, 2024
Very impressed with Doctor and staff.
- Mar. 28, 2024
Dr Wicke and staff are awesome !! Thoughtful and caring !
- Mar. 20, 2024
It was a great visit. Everyone was so nice and friendly. I wish every business was like this one!
- Mar. 17, 2024
Good people work here . They take very good care of my eyes.
- Mar. 06, 2024
Dr Dureau is very knowledgeable & caring highly recommended Great Staff as Well ..Very happy to have... him as my Doctor…
- Jan. 10, 2024
Taking care of my vision for now and the future.. caring staff.

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Myopia Management in Saint Charles

Our optometry practice in Saint Charles

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Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
    1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
    1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
    1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Friday Closed
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • Medicaid
  • Anthem
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross
  • MetLife

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Your child deserves to see the world clearly

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

(989) 865-9979