Hearing that your child's prescription has changed again can be discouraging. While glasses help them see clearly, they don't slow the progression of myopia. At O'Fallon Family Eyecare, MiSight® is one of the treatment options we may recommend as part of our myopia management program. We'll help determine whether it's the right choice for your child's eyes, lifestyle, and daily routine while monitoring their progress as they grow.
MiSight® Contact Lenses in O'Fallon
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What Are MiSight® Lenses?
MiSight® 1-day is the first and only U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved soft contact lens designed to both correct nearsightedness and help slow the progression of myopia in children. Unlike traditional contact lenses that simply improve vision, MiSight® is an active myopia management treatment that's worn during the day and replaced with a fresh pair every morning.
Because they're daily disposable lenses, there's no cleaning or storing required. Your child simply wears a new pair each day and throws them away before bed.
How Does MiSight® Work?
MiSight® contact lenses use a specialized optical design that helps slow the eye's natural tendency to grow longer—a key factor in myopia progression.
While your child enjoys clear distance vision throughout the day, the lens simultaneously creates a treatment zone that signals the eye to slow its growth. By helping reduce abnormal eye elongation, MiSight® can help lower the risk of developing higher levels of myopia as your child grows.
What Does the Research Say?
MiSight® has been extensively studied and is backed by years of clinical research. In the landmark seven-year clinical study, children who wore MiSight® 1-day contact lenses experienced slower myopia progression and less eye growth compared to children wearing traditional single-vision contact lenses.
- Chamberlain P, Peixoto-de-Matos SC, Logan NS, et al. A 3-Year Randomized Clinical Trial of MiSight® 1 Day Contact Lenses for Myopia Control. Optometry and Vision Science. 2019.
- Chamberlain P, et al. Seven-Year Results of the MiSight® 1 Day Clinical Trial. CooperVision Clinical Research.
Our Approach to MiSight®
Choosing MiSight® is just the beginning. Successful myopia management comes from understanding how your child's eyes are changing and making adjustments as they grow.
Eye Exam
We begin with a pediatric eye exam that includes your child's prescription, eye health, and axial length measurements using advanced biometry.
Contact Lens Fitting
If MiSight® is the right choice, we'll fit the lenses, teach your child how to safely insert and remove them, and make sure your child feels confident.
Ongoing Monitoring
Myopia management is an ongoing process, not a one-time treatment. We'll schedule regular follow-up visits to monitor your child's prescription, measure changes in axial length, evaluate how well MiSight® is working, and make adjustments if needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Age isn't the only factor. Many children successfully wear contact lenses when they're motivated and ready to take on the responsibility. We'll help determine whether MiSight® is a good fit based on your child's maturity, eye health, and comfort level.
Many children who wear MiSight® also keep a pair of glasses for times when they aren't wearing their contact lenses.
Because MiSight® lenses are soft daily disposable contact lenses, most children adapt to them quickly. A fresh pair each day also helps make them comfortable and convenient to wear.
Every child is different. We'll continue monitoring your child's eye growth and recommend treatment for as long as it's beneficial during their years of visual development.
Schedule Your Child's Eye Exam
Myopia doesn't have to mean stronger prescriptions year after year. If your child has been diagnosed with nearsightedness or you'd like to learn whether MiSight® contact lenses are the right choice, schedule an appointment with O'Fallon Family Eyecare. We'll help you understand your options and create a personalized plan that supports healthy vision now and in the future.