Myopia (nearsightedness) is becoming increasingly common in children. While glasses can correct blurry vision, traditional single-vision lenses do not slow the progression of myopia.
Modern myopia control spectacle lenses are designed differently. They correct your child’s vision and also help slow down the worsening of myopia.
Two of the most widely used myopia control spectacle lenses today are Essilor Stellest and Hoya MiyoSmart.
Both lenses are designed specifically for children with progressing myopia and are backed by years of research.
What are Myopia Control Spectacle Lenses?
Traditional single-vision lenses focus light clearly on the central retina but may leave peripheral light focused slightly behind the retina. This peripheral signal is believed to stimulate the eye to grow longer, causing myopia to worsen.
Myopia control spectacle lenses work differently. They create peripheral myopic defocus, which sends signals that may slow down eye growth.
Benefits include:
- Clinically supported slowing of myopia progression
- Non‑invasive and easy, simple full-time wear, just like regular glasses
- Ideal for children and teens with developing vision
Leading Myopia Control Spectacle Lenses
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Essilor Stellest
Essilor Stellest lenses use H.A.L.T. technology (Highly Aspherical Lenslet Target).
The lens contains hundreds of tiny aspherical lenslets arranged in concentric rings around a clear central zone. These lenslets create a controlled signal ofmyopic defocus across the peripheral retina, while the central zone provides clear vision for daily activities like reading, learning, and sports.
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Hoya MiyoSmart
Hoya MiyoSmart lenses use D.I.M.S. technology (Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments).
The lens incorporates hundreds of tiny defocus segments surrounding a clear central optical zone. These segments create myopic defocus across the peripheral retina while the central zone provides clear vision.
This design aims to reduce the stimulus for elongation of the eye.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Myopia Control Spectacles Are Better?
There is no universal “better” lens. Factors that influence the recommendation include:
- Prescription
- Age
- Lifestyle and activities
- Adaptation to optical designs
- Eye growth rate
- Atropine eye drops usage
Are Stellest and MiyoSmart better than regular glasses?
Yes. Both Essilor Stellest and Hoya MiyoSmart are designed to slow the progression of myopia, while regular single-vision lenses only correct blurry vision.
Which lens is better for younger children?
Both lenses are designed for children with progressing myopia. Younger children often benefit from early intervention, regardless of which design is chosen.
Can these myopia control spectacle lenses stop myopia completely?
No treatment can completely stop myopia in every child. However, myopia control lenses can significantly slow the rate of progression compared to regular glasses.
Do children need to wear these lenses all day?
Yes. For best results, myopia control spectacle lenses should be worn all day, everyday, just like regular glasses.
Are these lenses safe?
Yes. Both technologies are non-invasive spectacle solutions and are approved for myopia management.
My child is currently on Atropine eye drops, can they wear these spectacles?
Yes. Hoya MiyoSmart comes with a photochromatic option which means that it can turn dark in the sun, and clear up indoors. This is great for anyone on atropine eye drops as that may cause pupil dilation, causing glare.
Research has also shown that double treatment of myopia control spectacles paired with atropine eye drops can have better myopia control results.
What is the price of myopia control spectacle lenses?
While there are many other types of myopia control spectacles, we use Essilor Stellest and Hoya MiyoSmart lenses due to their credible and long research. For these two brands, the lenses cost about $600 per pair.
Do myopia control spectacle lenses come with warranty?
Yes, myopia control spectacle lenses do usually come with warranty - promising a change in lenses at no extra charge if there is a minimum prescription increase within a stipulated period of time.
Start Myopia Control Early
Managing myopia early can help reduce the risk of eye health complications later in life.
Modern lenses like Essilor Stellest and Hoya MiyoSmart allow children to enjoy clear vision while supporting better long-term eye health.
Book a myopia control consultation today to find the most suitable option for your child.