A Clearer Future: How Essilor’s Stellest™ Lens Helps Control Myopia Progression in Children

At Reno Family Eye Care, we know how important your child’s vision is to their development, confidence, and everyday life. If your child has been diagnosed with myopia (nearsightedness)—where distant objects appear blurry—you’re not alone. Myopia is becoming increasingly common in children, often progressing as they grow. The good news? There are now advanced options designed to help control myopia progression, not just correct it. One of the most effective and innovative solutions available today is the Essilor Stellest™ lens.

Understanding Myopia and Why It Matters

Myopia occurs when the eye grows too long, causing light to focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it. While glasses or contact lenses can sharpen vision, they don’t address the underlying cause of myopia progression. Left untreated, increasing myopia can raise the risk of eye health complications later in life, including retinal detachment, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. That’s why managing myopia early is so important.

What Makes the Stellest™ Lens Different

The Essilor Stellest™ lens is a breakthrough in myopia management. It looks just like a regular pair of eyeglass lenses—but it’s backed by over 30 years of research in myopia control. Here’s how it works:

• The lens features H.A.L.T. technology (Highly Aspherical Lenslet Target), a network of tiny lenslets designed to slow down the elongation of the eye.

• These lenslets create a unique signal in the peripheral vision that helps the eye grow at a healthier rate.

• At the same time, the lens provides sharp, clear vision for daily activities like school, sports, and reading.

Clinically Proven Results

Clinical studies have shown that children who wore Stellest™ lenses experienced a reduction of myopia progression by an average of 67% compared to children wearing standard single-vision lenses (when worn at least 12 hours per day).* That means clearer vision for longer—and a healthier future for your child’s eyes.

Comfortable, Safe, and Easy for Everyday Wear

Stellest™ lenses are:

• Lightweight and durable, perfect for active kids

• Easy to adapt to, often within just a few days

• Compatible with most modern frames, so your child can choose a look they love

They’re a non-invasive, safe, and comfortable way to manage myopia progression while still providing excellent visual correction.

Early Intervention Makes a Difference

The earlier myopia management begins, the better the results tend to be. Children as young as six can benefit from Stellest™ lenses. At Reno Family Eye Care, our optometrists take time to evaluate each child’s visual needs, eye health, and lifestyle to create a personalized myopia management plan.

Is Stellest™ Right for Your Child?

If your child’s prescription is increasing each year or if you have a family history of nearsightedness, it may be time to discuss myopia management options. Our team at Reno Family Eye Care is proud to offer Essilor Stellest™ lenses as part of our comprehensive approach to protecting children’s vision and long-term eye health.

Ready to learn more? Schedule your child their annual eye exam or myopia management consultation with us today. Together, we can help your child see clearly—and protect their vision for the future.

*Based on a two-year clinical study of children aged 8–13 who wore Stellest™ lenses full-time compared to single-vision lenses.