Myopia Management in Gallatin

Myopia Management in Gallatin

Slow the Progression of Your Child's Nearsightedness

(615) 452-2020

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 Sumner Eyecare - Gallatin in Gallatin today.

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How Myopia Management Works

  • Initial consultation & follow ups

    At your initial consultation, your Sumner Eyecare - Gallatin 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 Gallatin 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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- Jan. 23, 2025
Employees are so friendly and nice.
- Jan. 06, 2025
Nice and friendly care Very knowledgeable about eye care and provide the best service and care. I wo... uld recommend this office to anyone
- Jan. 02, 2025
Staff were friendly, quick and efficient. I was in and out within an hour from the start of check-in... to picking out and paying for my new glasses, eye exam, etc.
- Jan. 02, 2025
First time there walked in with an eyeglass prescription and ordered glasses. Everybody was wonderfu... l. I will be using them for my Eye Doctor when I need new glasses very very pleased.
- Dec. 28, 2024
I was able to get an appointment quickly and my new glasses were delivered on time!
- Dec. 10, 2024
Great experience with Dr. Neal and staff at Sumner Eye Care!
- Dec. 09, 2024
The staff were friendly and courteous. Dr. Neal was very thorough in his assessment of my eye condit... ion and provided excellent care. I 100% recommend.
- Nov. 14, 2024
Great people, great service and great price
- Nov. 06, 2024
Dr. Neal and his staff are outstanding. Professional courteous and caring. Highly recommended!
- Oct. 21, 2024
Great! Nice and helpful staff. Dr. Neal was very personable and educational about the health of my e... yes. I will go back and recommend to others.
- Oct. 06, 2024
Everyone was very nice and helpful! I love my new glasses!
- Sep. 28, 2024
Always a pleasure to visit.
- Sep. 22, 2024
I love my glasses
- Sep. 15, 2024
The staff was very friendly. The Dr explained the issues with my eyes very clearly This will defin... itely be my new optometry place
- Sep. 10, 2024
Sumner Eyecare in Gallatin is great. It is easy to make an appointment and they always get you in an... d out in a timely manner. However, it doesn't feel rushed either. I first came here when I was having eye pain and redness. Dr. Neal was very kind and took the time to listen to my concerns. He was able to prescribe something that helped my eyes get back to feeling well again. Now I go there for my contact prescriptions too and I'm really happy I found this practice. Definitely recommend both Dr. Neal and Sumner Eyecare in general.
- Sep. 06, 2024
Dr Neal is prompt kind& professional!
- Sep. 03, 2024
Very professional and accommodating. I came in with my 2 year old and everyone was very understandin... g. They explained everything they were doing and why. I will be happy to go back!
- Sep. 03, 2024
Friendly, professional staff, easy to find location, and quick turn around on both lenses and frames... with lenses.
- Aug. 21, 2024
Dr. Neal is very patient, kind and understanding. I love how educated he is when it comes down to th... e health of my eyes. Always treated with the most respect and care 10/10.
- Aug. 20, 2024
Super friendly and efficient!

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Myopia Management in Gallatin

Our optometry practice in Gallatin

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Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Spectera
  • Superior Vision
  • Davis Vision
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

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Your child deserves to see the world clearly

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

(615) 452-2020