Myopia Management in Pleasanton, California
Helping Bay Area kids see clearly today—and protecting their eyes for tomorrow.
Is your child struggling to read street signs or squinting as they stream videos?
In today’s screen-centric world, nearsightedness (myopia) is appearing earlier and progressing faster than ever. At Treehouse Eyes–Pleasanton, housed within Insight Eye Care, we create personalized, non-surgical myopia-management plans that help slow the progression of nearsightedness—so your child can excel in class, on the field, and everywhere in between.
Help Your Child See Clearly and Prevent Their Vision from Getting Worse as They Grow
Studies around the world show myopia in children is accelerating. More time indoors and on screens—made worse by the COVID-19 pandemic—is driving earlier onset and faster progression. In the U.S. alone, 1 in 3 kids are now myopic and face a lifetime of not just poor vision but also a heightened risk of serious eye conditions like retinal detachment, glaucoma, and early cataracts.
Fortunately, childhood myopia can now be effectively managed to slow or even halt its progression. With proper selection of treatment modalities and timely management, the rate of myopia progression can be greatly reduced in most patients. Thousands of children have been successfully treated by Dr. Liu and Treehouse Eyes providers around the country.
Dr. Liu and our team specialize in managing childhood myopia, utilizing state-of-the-art equipment to create personalized treatment plans tailored to your child’s needs. Our non-invasive treatments include customized contact lenses and specially formulated prescription eye drops. At your initial consultation, Dr. Liu will determine the treatment that is the most effective and safe option for your child.
Dr. Maria Liu has treated thousands of myopic children
With over two decades of experience, clinical director Dr. Maria Liu has successfully treated over 2,500 children, offering personalized treatment plans tailored to your child’s unique needs.
In-depth understanding of all treatment options
Leveraging our extensive research background, we possess a deep understanding of all treatment modalities. This expertise ensures the most effective and safe use of each treatment option for our patients.
Extensive experience in managing complex cases
We offer extensive experience in managing challenging cases, placing us in the best position to serve your child, regardless of the complexity of their condition.
About Dr. Yue (Maria) Liu, O.D., Ph.D., MPH, MBA
Originally from Beijing, Dr. Maria Liu is an internationally recognized pioneer in childhood myopia control. After earning her optometry degree at Peking University, she completed four advanced degrees—including a Ph.D. in Vision Science—before relocating to the United States.
She has published extensively on orthokeratology, specialty lens design, and evidence-based pediatric optometry. Her combination of clinical expertise, academic leadership, and compassionate care gives Pleasanton families access to some of the most advanced myopia-management strategies available.
At Treehouse Eyes–Pleasanton, she designs individualized treatment plans that may include:
- Overnight orthokeratology (“Ortho-K”) lenses that reshape the cornea while a child sleep
- Daytime soft multifocal lenses customized to a child’s focusing needs
- Low-dose atropine drops to help regulate axial eye growth
How We Tackle Myopia—Safely and Effectively
Myopia is more than blurry vision—it’s a lengthening of the eye that increases lifetime risk of retinal detachment, early cataracts, and glaucoma. Our Pleasanton clinic combines:
- Axial-length biometry to track eye growth precisely
- Custom lens technology (Ortho-K and specialty soft lenses)
- Lifestyle & visual-hygiene coaching to limit near-work strain
Every plan is adjusted as your child’s eyes develop—no one-size-fits-all solutions.
Could My Child Be at Risk of Myopia?
- Squinting or moving closer to screens
- Complaints of distant blur in class
- Frequent eye rubbing or headaches
- Family history of moderate-to-high myopia
If any of these signs are familiar, early intervention is key.
Your Myopia Team in Pleasanton
Families from Pleasanton, Dublin, Livermore, and across the Tri-Valley trust our pediatric eye-care team to monitor eye growth with state-of-the-art tools—and adjust treatment at the first sign of change.
Proven Methods, Encouraging Results
A peer-reviewed study found that roughly 78% of children on our clinical protocol had no measurable myopia progression in the first year, compared with children who received no treatment. Results vary, but many Pleasanton families have reported similarly positive trends with our individualized, research-guided approach.
Serving the Tri-Valley Community
We’re proud to serve children across Pleasanton, Dublin, Livermore, San Ramon, and beyond—helping them grow up with clearer vision and healthier eyes.
