What are Myopia Control Soft Contact Lenses?
Myopia Control Soft Contact Lenses are made specifically to slow down myopia progression. These lenses are designed to be worn daily and changed every day, therefore they are clean and safe.
Cooper Vision 的 MiSight®
MiSight® 1 日抛软性隐形眼镜可安全有效地减缓儿童近视的发展。专为儿童设计的日抛型隐形眼镜，临床研究表明，MiSight® 可使 8-12 岁儿童的近视发展速度减慢高达 59%。
MiSight® 的工作原理：
与传统眼镜或隐形眼镜不同，MiSight® 1 day 可有效控制近视。其双焦点光学设计可矫正孩子的视力，使其看得更清楚，并向眼睛发出信号，减缓其生长速度。这对于降低与高度近视相关的眼部健康并发症风险至关重要。
笔记：
虽然 MiSight® 隐形眼镜是控制近视的一个有希望的选择，但咨询以确定它们是否适合您的孩子是必不可少的。我们将评估您孩子的个人需求并推荐最适合他们眼睛健康的治疗方案。
Why Parents in Singapore Choose Ortho-K for Kids
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Slow Myopia Progression with Ease
Research indicates that these specially designed soft contact lenses can slow down myopia progression in children by up to 59%, helping protect their long-term eye health and lowering the risk of future complications.
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Ease of Use
These daily disposable contact lenses allow kids to participate in activities without glasses, and provide sharp and comfortable vision throughout the day, all without cleaning or solutions.
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FDA & HSA-Approved
Myopia control soft contact lenses are FDA- and HSA-approved and are made from breathable materials so as to fit comfortably and safely on the eye. At Kacee Eye Care, your child’s eyes are also carefully monitored with regular checkups to ensure comfort and effectiveness
What are the brands available in Singapore?
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MiSight® by CooperVision
MiSight® by CooperVision uses a dual focused design and has the longest soft contact lens study among children (7 years). It has been shown to reduce myopia progression by about 50%.
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Menicon Bloom Day™ by Menicon
Menicon Bloom Day™ uses an extended depth of focus design for a smooth transition of power to provide sharp vision while reducing myopia progression. Its study has shown that 45% of children have no change in prescription after a year.
Why Get Myopia Control Soft Contact Lenses with Kacee Eyecare?
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Personalised fit
We provide personalised fittings to help ensure comfort and promote optimal vision outcomes with contact lenses. We choose the most suitable lens based on your child's eye and prescription.
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Experienced Optometrist
Kacee Eyecare has experienced optometrists, particularly in the field of myopia control. We recommend myopia control solutions based on what is most suitable for your child.
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Continuous Care & Regular Monitoring
We schedule follow-up visits to ensure the contact lenses remain safe, comfortable, and effective. Our ongoing support provides peace of mind, knowing your child's eye health is always a priority.
Frequently Asked Questions About Myopia Control Soft Contact Lenses
What is the price for Myopia Control Soft Contact Lenses in Singapore?
1 box of 30 pieces cost around $80. As these are daily lenses, 1 box will last for about one month for each eye.
Are Myopia Control Soft Contact Lenses safe?
Yes, these lenses are safe even with children. They are FDA- and HSA-approved, made from high-quality, breathable materials. Risks can be further minimised by following your optometrist's hygiene and care instructions.
How do I know which brand I should choose for my child?
We will do a comprehensive eye exam to ensure that your child is suitable for contact lenses and to find the most suitable brand for them.
Do these lenses really slow down myopia progression?
Yes. There have been clinical studies done over many years that shows that these lenses do slow myopia progression. CooperVision's MiSight lenses have 7 year study that shows the effectiveness and safety of these lenses.
Can children handle contact lenses?
Yes, in general, children are able to handle contact lenses as well as adults. While they may require a bit more time initially to learn how to handle them, studies have shown that they take only 20 minutes longer, on average, to learn than adults.
What is the difference between a normal disposable soft contact lens and a myopia control soft contact lens?
Regular disposable soft contact lenses simply corrects the prescription, hence allowing the wearer to see clearly. Myopia control soft contact lenses allows the wearer to see clearly while also slowing down myopia progression.
What is the difference between myopia control soft contact lenses and Ortho-K?
Myopia control soft contact lenses are daily disposable lenses worn in the day and discarded at night. Ortho-K lenses are hard contact lenses worn while sleeping and are replaced annually.
How often does my child have to return for a follow-up?
Anyone wearing any type of myopia control lenses - whether is is soft contact lenses, spectacles, or Ortho-K - are advised to have a follow-up every 3 months to monitor myopia progression.
Do Myopia Control Soft Contact Lenses correct for astigmatism too?
Yes, these lenses can correct for astigmatism, up to 100 degrees. It is advised to have an eye exam and a contact lens fitting exam before buying these lenses. These lenses should not be bought without a consultation with an optometrist first.