Standard single-focus spectacles do not slow the worsening of childhood myopia, but specially designed lenses do offer significant benefits. Myopia controlling spectacles, such as Essilor® Stellest® lenses, can both effectively correct the blurred vision caused by myopia and actively work to slow down its progression over time. These lenses are safe to wear, and most children adapt to them quite easily. The only notable side effects are usually related to the natural limitations spectacles can pose during sports and other active lifestyle activities.

Essilor® Stellest® lenses have been clinically shown to slow down myopia progression by an impressive 67% on average, compared to traditional single vision lenses, when worn consistently for about 12 hours a day. Stellest® lenses are engineered using innovative Light Science technology, which integrates ultra-thin, highly precise microstructures on the surface of the lens. These specialized microstructures create a unique peripheral defocus pattern that plays a crucial role in slowing the elongation of the eyeball—a key factor that contributes to the progression of myopia in children and adolescents. This advanced technology makes Stellest® lenses an effective and reliable option for managing myopia in young patients.