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For many families, watching a child’s prescription grow stronger every year can be worrying. Nearsightedness, or myopia, often starts in childhood and tends to worsen as the eyes grow. At Eye Associates of New York, we’re proud to offer one of the most advanced tools in modern myopia management — Stellest® lenses by EssilorLuxottica. These lenses are designed not only to help children see clearly today but also to protect their vision for the future.
Myopia occurs when the eyeball grows too long or the cornea becomes too curved, causing distant objects to appear blurry. In the past few decades, the number of children developing myopia has increased dramatically — partly due to genetics, but also because of lifestyle changes.
Children today spend more time indoors and on digital devices, focusing on close-up screens and reading materials for hours at a time. Limited outdoor exposure and near work both contribute to faster myopia progression.
If left unmanaged, high myopia can lead to serious eye health risks later in life, such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and myopic macular degeneration. That’s why early intervention matters so much — and why solutions like Stellest® lenses are changing the conversation around children’s vision care.
Unlike standard single-vision glasses that only correct blurry vision, Stellest lenses do more. They use innovative lens technology that helps guide how the eye focuses light, which in turn influences the way the eye grows.
The secret lies in a unique “H.A.L.T. technology” (Highly Aspherical Lenslet Target) design — hundreds of tiny lenslets arranged across the lens surface. These lenslets create a precise signal that helps slow down eye elongation, which is the main cause of myopia progression.
Clinical studies show impressive results: children who wore Stellest lenses for 12 hours a day, every day, experienced up to 67% slower myopia progression compared to those wearing regular lenses. Many parents report that their child’s prescription changes less frequently, giving them greater peace of mind.
The younger a child becomes nearsighted, the higher the chance that their prescription will increase rapidly. That’s why identifying and addressing myopia early is key.
Myopia management isn’t about “curing” nearsightedness; it’s about slowing it down and protecting long-term eye health. Stellest® lenses fit naturally into a child’s daily routine, making them a comfortable, effective option for families who prefer non-invasive treatments.
At Eye Associates of New York, our doctors take a comprehensive approach. We evaluate each child’s eye health, lifestyle, and visual demands before recommending a customized plan. Stellest® lenses are often part of a broader myopia management program that may also include lifestyle guidance, outdoor activity recommendations, and other optical or pharmacologic options.
Stellest lenses are designed for children typically between 6 and 16 years old who:
The best way to find out if Stellest is appropriate is through a comprehensive myopia control evaluation with one of our optometrists. We’ll measure your child’s eye growth, review their prescription history, and discuss the most effective options to manage their vision progression.
After confirming your child’s eligibility, our team will fit them with Stellest lenses, ensuring comfort, accuracy, and proper visual performance. Parents receive detailed guidance on lens care, wear time, and follow-up visits.
We typically schedule follow-up appointments every few months to monitor progress and adjust the treatment plan as needed. Over time, many families notice slower prescription changes and greater stability in their child’s vision.
Myopia doesn’t have to define your child’s visual future. With modern options like Stellest® lenses, it’s possible to take meaningful steps to slow down its progression and maintain healthy eyes well into adulthood.
At Eye Associates of New York, we’re committed to bringing our patients the most advanced technologies available — and Stellest® is one of the most promising breakthroughs in pediatric vision care today.
If your child’s glasses prescription seems to increase every year, or you’ve noticed they struggle to see distant objects, now is the right time to act.
Contact Eye Associates of New York to schedule a comprehensive myopia consultation and learn how Stellest® lenses can help protect your child’s vision for years to come.
