MiSight Lenses

Myopia is a growing concern worldwide, particularly among children. This refractive error can lead to blurry vision for distant objects, impacting daily life and academic performance. At StylEyes, we are proud to serve families in West Des Moines by prioritizing your child’s eye health and well-being. Our experienced optometrists provide personalized care tailored to meet your child’s unique needs, offering innovative solutions like MiSight lenses for effective myopia management.

Myopia occurs when the eyeball grows too long or the cornea is too curved, causing light entering the eye to focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it. While glasses and regular contact lenses can correct myopic vision, they do not address its progression. This is particularly concerning for children, as their eyes are still developing, and their myopia can worsen over time.

Unmanaged myopia increases the risk of:

• Retinal complications: Retinal detachment and tears.

• Cataracts, glaucoma, and myopic maculopathy: Higher myopia is linked to a greater likelihood of developing these conditions earlier in life.

• Quality of life issues: Struggling with everyday activities like sports, academics, and social interactions.

MiSight 1-day lenses are FDA-approved soft contact lenses specifically designed for children with myopia. MiSight lenses not only improve vision but also help reduce the progression of myopia by addressing how light focuses on the retina.

MiSight lenses employ dual-focus technology:

• Central zone: Corrects vision to ensure clear sight, much like regular lenses.

• Peripheral treatment zones: Focus light in a way that discourages the eye from elongating, which is the primary cause of myopia progression.
  
  

This unique design slows the progression of myopia while providing clear and comfortable vision.

Parents and eye care professionals are increasingly turning to MiSight lenses due to their proven benefits:

1. Proven Efficacy
Clinical studies have shown that MiSight lenses can reduce myopia progression by an average of 59% over three years. This significant slowing of eye growth helps reduce the risks associated with high myopia.

2. Ease of Use
MiSight lenses are daily disposables, making them a convenient and hygienic option for children. There’s no need for cleaning or storing lenses, reducing the risk of infections.

3. Comfort for Children
These lenses are made from breathable materials, ensuring all-day comfort for active children. Their soft and flexible design adapts easily to young, first-time contact lens wearers.

MiSight lenses are ideal for children:

• Diagnosed with myopia at an early age (typically 8-12 years old).

• Experiencing progressing myopia.

• Interested in an alternative to glasses for daily activities, such as sports.
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The earlier myopia management begins, the more effective it can be in slowing the progression.

We are dedicated to prioritizing your child’s eye health and well-being by providing personalized care tailored to their unique needs. Families trust us for myopia management because of our expertise in the latest advancements in myopia control, ensuring your child benefits from cutting-edge solutions. We also offer comprehensive follow-up care to closely monitor your child’s progress, making necessary adjustments to ensure the best possible outcomes for their vision and overall eye health.

​​​​​​​Schedule a consultation at StylEyes to explore how MiSight lenses can help manage your child’s myopia and protect their long-term eye health.