Slowing Childhood Nearsightedness with Stellest® Lenses

Slowing Childhood Nearsightedness with Stellest® Lenses

A Modern, Evidence-Based Approach to Myopia Control

Dr. Steven Blake, OD

What Is Myopia (Nearsightedness)?

Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is a condition where distant objects appear blurry while near objects remain clear. In children, myopia often progresses year after year, especially during elementary and middle school.

As myopia increases, it doesn’t just mean stronger glasses. Higher levels of nearsightedness are associated with an increased lifetime risk of serious eye conditions such as:

• Retinal detachment

• Myopic macular degeneration

• Glaucoma

• Early cataracts

That’s why slowing myopia progression early is so important!

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What Are Stellest® Myopia Control Lenses?

Stellest® lenses are an advanced spectacle lens designed specifically for children with progressing myopia. Developed by Essilor, Stellest lenses look like regular glasses—but the technology inside them is anything but ordinary. Very subtle when you look close, but not noticeable when looking through the lenses or when looking at your child through the glasses, the lens features approximately 1,000 tiny “highly aspheric lenslets” embedded into the lens that defocus the light from the peripheral retina.

They are worn full-time like standard glasses and are ideal for children who:

• Are becoming more nearsighted each year

• Are not ready for contact lenses

• Prefer glasses over other myopia-control options

How Do Stellest Lenses Work?

Traditional glasses correct vision but do not slow eye growth. Stellest lenses are different.

They use a unique optical design that:

• Corrects clear central vision

• Simultaneously sends a special peripheral signal to the retina

• Helps slow excessive eye growth (axial elongation), which drives myopia progression

In simple terms:
Your child sees clearly today while the lenses help protect their vision for the future.

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How Effective Are Stellest Lenses?

Clinical studies have shown impressive results:

• Up to ~67% slowing of myopia progression*

• Reduced eye elongation by ~60%

• Benefits maintained over multiple years of wear

These outcomes make Stellest one of the most effective non-contact-lens myopia control options currently available.

*When worn 10 hours a day, 6 days a week

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Parents often choose Stellest lenses because they are:

• ✔️ Worn just like regular glasses

• ✔️ Comfortable and easy for kids to adapt to

• ✔️ No eye drops or contacts required

• ✔️ Backed by strong clinical research

• ✔️ Designed for everyday school, sports, and screen use

They can also be paired with durable kid-friendly frames and protective lens coatings.

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Is My Child a Good Candidate?

Stellest lenses are typically recommended for:

• Children ages ~6–14

• Kids whose prescription is increasing year to year

• Children with one or both parents who are nearsighted

• Kids spending lots of time on near work or screens

The best way to know is through a myopia control evaluation, which includes:

• Prescription history

• Eye growth measurements

• Lifestyle assessment

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Our Approach to Myopia Control

At Little Valley Eye Care, myopia management is personalized. Stellest lenses may be used alone or combined with:

• Lifestyle recommendations (outdoor time, screen habits)

• Other myopia control strategies when appropriate

Our goal is not just clearer vision—but healthier eyes for life.

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Schedule a Myopia Control Consultation

If your child’s prescription is changing each year, now is the time to act. Myopia control works best when started early.

📞 Call us at 435-200-1987 or
📅 Schedule a consultation to learn whether Stellest lenses are right for your child.