The Science Behind MiSight: How These Lenses Slow Myopia Progression

As concerns over myopia in children continue to rise, innovative solutions like MiSight® 1 day contact lenses are offering hope for parents and children alike. Myopia progression can impact long-term eye health, increasing the risk of conditions such as retinal detachment, cataracts, and glaucoma. At Texas State Optical Riverstone, we believe in staying at the forefront of eye care, and MiSight lenses are one of the most advanced tools available to help manage myopia in children.
 

Understanding Myopia Progression

Myopia occurs when the eyeball grows too long or the cornea becomes too curved, causing light to focus in front of the retina instead of on it. This results in blurry distance vision. Myopia often begins in childhood and can worsen as the eyes grow. If not managed, high levels of myopia can lead to serious complications later in life.
 

What Are MiSight Lenses?

MiSight lenses are the first FDA-approved soft contact lenses designed specifically to slow the progression of myopia in children. Unlike traditional contact lenses or glasses that only correct vision, MiSight lenses incorporate a revolutionary dual-focus design to address myopia progression at its core.
 

The Dual-Focus Technology

The science behind MiSight lies in its dual-focus optical design. Each lens has two distinct zones:
 

• Vision Correction Zone: This central zone provides clear vision by correcting myopia, just like traditional contact lenses or glasses.

• Treatment Zone: Surrounding the vision correction zone is a treatment zone that creates myopic defocus. This gently focuses light in front of the retina, signaling the eye to slow its growth.
   

By reducing the stimulus for the eye to elongate, MiSight lenses help manage the progression of myopia over time.
 

Clinical Studies Back the Results

The efficacy of MiSight lenses has been extensively studied. A three-year clinical trial demonstrated that:
 

• Myopia progression was slowed by an average of 59% compared to children wearing regular single-vision lenses.

• Eye elongation (a key factor in myopia progression) was reduced by 52%.

• Over 90% of children adapted to the lenses with ease and continued to wear them comfortably.
   

These results show that MiSight lenses not only slow myopia progression but also provide a practical and child-friendly solution.
 

Why Choose MiSight for Your Child?

The benefits of MiSight lenses extend beyond controlling myopia:
 

• Improved Quality of Life: Clearer vision and reduced dependency on glasses can boost a child’s confidence and participation in sports or other activities.

• Long-Term Eye Health: Slowing myopia progression reduces the risk of developing serious eye conditions in adulthood.
   

Start Your Child’s Myopia Management Journey Today

We are proud to offer MiSight lenses as part of our comprehensive myopia management program. We are here to guide you through the process, from initial consultations to ongoing care, ensuring the best outcomes for your child’s vision and eye health.
 

Take the first step toward managing your child’s myopia effectively by scheduling an eye exam with Texas State Optical Riverstone today. Contact our office in Sugar Land, Texas, by calling (346) 449-7200 to book an appointment.