Myopia Management - Stellest Lenses

Myopia Management for Children

Helping Slow Nearsightedness Progression

At Jackman Optometry, we offer advanced spectacle lens technology — including Essilor® Stellest™ lenses — designed to correct vision and encourage healthier eye growth in children. These lenses feature a clear central zone for sharp distance vision and a specialized peripheral design that provides optical cues shown to help slow the eye’s elongation, which contributes to myopia progression.

Clinical Highlights

• Research-supported results: Independent clinical studies have shown that children wearing Stellest™ lenses experience slower myopia progression than those wearing standard single-vision lenses.
• Axial length management: Trials demonstrate that eye-growth (axial elongation) can be reduced in children using these lenses.
• Safe and well tolerated: Research reports no significant safety issues or adverse effects.

Why It Matters for Families

• Early action is key: Managing myopia early can help protect long-term visual health.
• Non-invasive solution: Spectacle-based options such as Stellest™ lenses are a simple and comfortable choice, especially for younger children.
• Comprehensive approach: Combining optical management with balanced near-work habits and more outdoor activity offers the best long-term protection.

What Parents Should Expect

• Some children may initially experience mild light effects such as glare or halos, which typically improve with time.
• Myopia-control lenses slow the rate of progression but do not completely stop it.
• Availability and product labeling can differ outside the United States.

Protecting Lifelong Vision

Higher levels of nearsightedness are associated with greater lifetime risks of retinal detachment, glaucoma, cataracts, and other eye diseases. Introducing myopia management early — including options like Stellest™ lenses — can help reduce those risks and promote lifelong eye health.

Our Approach at Jackman Optometry

Each child’s vision and lifestyle are carefully evaluated. We discuss all available strategies — including spectacle-based (e.g., Stellest™ lenses), contact-lens-based, and behavioral methods — to create a customized myopia management plan that fits your family’s needs.

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