MiSight vs. Other Myopia Control Options

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is more than just needing stronger glasses each year. In many children, myopia can worsen quickly as their eyes grow, increasing the risk of future eye health problems. Today, myopia control treatments allow eye doctors to slow this progression, helping protect a child’s vision for the long term. Understanding how options compare is an important first step in choosing the right approach.
 

What Is MiSight®?

MiSight® 1 day contact lenses are FDA-approved soft contact lenses specifically designed for myopia control in children. Unlike regular contact lenses that simply correct blurry vision, MiSight lenses are engineered to slow the progression of myopia while providing clear, comfortable vision throughout the day.

MiSight lenses are worn during the day and discarded nightly, making them a hygienic and convenient option for active children. Clinical studies have shown that MiSight can significantly reduce the rate of myopia progression when worn consistently.

Atropine Eye Drops

Atropine eye drops are another widely used method for slowing myopia progression. These drops are typically applied once daily, often at bedtime, and are available in low concentrations specifically formulated for myopia management.

Benefits of atropine eye drops include:

• Easy to use, especially for younger children
• Can be combined with glasses or contact lenses
• Proven effectiveness in slowing myopia progression

Atropine can be an excellent option for children who are not ready for contact lenses or as part of a combination treatment plan.
 

Essilor Stellest™ Lenses

Essilor Stellest™ lenses are specially designed myopia control glasses that use advanced lens technology to manage how light focuses on the retina. By creating a controlled signal in the peripheral retina, Stellest lenses help reduce the stimulus for eye elongation.

Advantages of Essilor Stellest lenses include:

• Non-invasive and easy to wear like regular glasses
• No contact lens handling or daily eye drops required
• Designed specifically for children and suitable for younger wearers
• Clinically proven technology developed by Essilor

Essilor Stellest lenses are purpose-built for slowing myopia progression and have been shown in clinical studies to significantly reduce myopia progression when worn consistently.
 

MiSight vs. Other Options: Which Is Best?

There is no single “best” myopia control solution for every child. MiSight lenses often stand out for their strong clinical evidence, dual correction and control benefits, and ease of daytime wear. However, atropine eye drops and multifocal glasses remain valuable alternatives depending on a child’s age, prescription, lifestyle, and comfort level. In some cases, combining treatments may provide enhanced myopia control. A personalized approach guided by your optometrist is essential.

Essilor Stellest® lenses were recently approved for use in the United States as a myopia control option for children. These specialized eyeglass lenses are designed to both correct vision and slow myopia progression using a unique lenslet technology that changes how light focuses on the retina. Stellest lenses offer another effective, non-contact option for families seeking myopia control without eye drops or contact lenses.
 

Take the Next Step at Lum Optometry

Myopia control is about more than clearer vision today - it’s about protecting long-term eye health. MiSight contact lenses, atropine eye drops, multifocal glasses, and Stellest lenses all play important roles in slowing myopia progression. Understanding the differences between these options allows families to choose a strategy that fits their child’s needs and lifestyle.

If your child has myopia, schedule a pediatric eye exam at Lum Optometry to learn more about personalized myopia control treatment. Visit our office in South San Francisco, California, or call (650) 589-7198 today.