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How Stellest Lenses Help Slow the Progression of Myopia in Children
Myopia is becoming increasingly common in children. More kids are being diagnosed at younger ages, and without proper management, myopia can worsen year after year. At San Marcos Vision Center, we believe early intervention and proactive myopia management are essential to protecting your child’s long-term eye health. One of the most exciting advancements in this area is Stellest® lenses, an innovative option designed specifically to slow myopia progression in children.
Why Myopia Management Matters
Myopia is not just about needing stronger glasses. As myopia progresses to higher levels, it significantly increases the risk of serious eye conditions later in life, including retinal detachment, glaucoma, cataracts, and myopic macular degeneration. These conditions can lead to permanent vision loss and may require surgical intervention. Managing myopia early helps slow its progression, reducing these long-term risks and supporting healthier vision into adulthood.
What Are Essilor Stellest Lenses?
Stellest® lenses are advanced spectacle lenses developed by Essilor, a global leader in vision care innovation. These lenses are specifically designed for children with myopia and are worn just like regular glasses, making them a comfortable and non-invasive option for families.
Stellest lenses have been FDA-approved and are supported by extensive clinical research showing their effectiveness in slowing myopia progression in children when worn consistently as prescribed.
Understanding the Science Behind Stellest Lenses
Stellest lenses use a proprietary design known as H.A.L.T. Technology™ (Highly Aspherical Lenslet Target). This technology is built directly into the lens surface and works by creating a unique optical signal that helps slow excessive eye growth - one of the main drivers of myopia progression.
While the center of the lens provides clear, sharp vision, the surrounding lenslets gently alter how light focuses on the retina. This helps regulate eye growth over time, addressing the underlying cause of myopia rather than simply correcting blurry distance vision.
Clinical studies have shown that Stellest lenses can significantly slow myopia progression and axial eye elongation compared to standard single-vision lenses.
Benefits of Stellest Lenses for Children
Stellest lenses offer several advantages for children and parents alike:
- Proven myopia control backed by clinical research
- Non-invasive and easy to wear, just like regular glasses
- Clear, comfortable vision for everyday activities
- No special handling or insertion, unlike contact lenses
- Designed specifically for growing eyes
- Helps reduce long-term eye health risks associated with high myopia
Because they fit seamlessly into a child’s daily routine, Stellest lenses are often easier for younger children to adapt to compared to other myopia management options.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Stellest Lenses?
Stellest lenses are typically recommended for children who are experiencing progressive myopia, especially those with a family history of nearsightedness or rapidly changing prescriptions. During a comprehensive eye exam, our doctor at San Marcos Vision Center evaluates your child’s vision, eye growth patterns, and lifestyle to determine whether Stellest lenses are the right solution.
Schedule Your Child’s Eye Exam Today
Myopia is a progressive condition that can impact your child’s lifelong vision and eye health. Stellest® lenses represent an exciting advancement in myopia management, offering a safe, effective, and child-friendly way to slow myopia progression and reduce future risks. With early intervention and the right treatment plan, your child can enjoy clearer vision today and healthier eyes tomorrow.
If your child has been diagnosed with myopia, contact San Marcos Vision Center to schedule a pediatric eye exam to learn more about Stellest lenses. Visit our office in San Marcos, Texas, or call (512) 890-0660 to book an appointment today.
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