Essilor Stellest Lenses: Benefits, Results, and What Parents Should Know

Progressive myopia is becoming increasingly common in children, and without intervention, it can lead to higher prescriptions and greater eye health risks later in life. Essilor Stellest lenses offer parents a proactive approach to managing myopia while keeping children seeing clearly and comfortably.

What Are Essilor Stellest Lenses?

Essilor Stellest lenses are prescription eyeglass lenses created to help slow the progression of myopia in children. Unlike standard single-vision lenses, which only correct blurry vision, Stellest lenses incorporate advanced optical technology that targets how light focuses on the retina.

Stellest lenses use a unique lens design that includes a central zone for clear vision and surrounding lens elements that help manage peripheral defocus. In simple terms, while your child sees clearly through the center of the lens, the surrounding optics help send signals to the eye that may slow abnormal eye growth.

Key Benefits of Stellest Lenses

• Slowing Myopia Progression: Clinical studies have shown that Stellest lenses can significantly slow the progression of myopia when worn consistently as prescribed. Slowing progression can help reduce a child’s final prescription strength over time.

• Clear, Comfortable Vision: Stellest lenses are designed for everyday wear, allowing children to see clearly at school, during sports, and while using digital devices.

• Non-Invasive and Easy to Use: Because they function like standard glasses, Stellest lenses don’t require eye drops or contact lens handling, which can be appealing for younger children or families seeking a simpler option.

• Long-Term Eye Health Benefits: Managing myopia progression early may reduce the risk of future eye conditions associated with high myopia, such as retinal problems, glaucoma, and myopic macular degeneration.

What Results Can Parents Expect?

While every child’s eyes are different, clinical studies show that children who wear Stellest lenses consistently can experience up to 67% slower myopia progression compared to standard single-vision glasses. Results still depend on factors such as:

• Age at diagnosis

• Rate of myopia progression

• Daily wear time

• Visual habits, including screen use and outdoor time

Regular follow-up visits are essential to track progress and adjust treatment if needed.

What Parents Should Know Before Choosing Stellest Lenses

• Early intervention matters: Myopia tends to progress faster in younger children, making early management especially important.

• Consistency is key: For best results, children should wear their Stellest lenses as prescribed, typically full-time.

• Part of a broader plan: Stellest lenses may be combined with healthy visual habits, such as increased outdoor time and proper screen breaks.

• Ongoing monitoring is essential: Regular eye exams help ensure the lenses are working effectively and allow adjustments as your child grows.

A pediatric eye exam with Dr. Wu at Fresh Pond Eye Care can determine whether Stellest lenses are the right option based on your child’s vision and lifestyle.

Schedule Your Child’s Eye Exam Today

Essilor Stellest lenses represent an exciting advancement in myopia management, offering parents a proactive way to help protect their child’s vision. By slowing myopia progression while providing clear, comfortable vision, these lenses support both everyday visual needs and long-term eye health. With proper wear and regular monitoring, Stellest lenses can play a meaningful role in managing childhood myopia.

If your child has nearsightedness, schedule a comprehensive eye exam with Fresh Pond Eye Care to learn whether Essilor Stellest lenses are right for your child. Contact our office in Ridgewood, New York, by calling (646) 481-8579 or Click here to get in touch with us today.