Myopia Control for Kids in Port St. Lucie.
Slowing Down Nearsightedness with advanced eye care
At St. Lucie Family Eye Care, we specialize in myopia control treatments for children. If your child is nearsighted (has myopia), their vision may continue to worsen every year, but with modern technology like Essilor® Stellest® lenses, we can slow down that progression and protect their long-term vision health.
What Is Myopia (Nearsightedness)?
Myopia is a common vision condition where the eye grows too long, causing distant objects to appear blurry while close-up vision remains clear.
More children than ever are developing myopia due to increased screen time, prolonged near work, and reduced outdoor play.
Without treatment, myopia can worsen quickly, leading to stronger prescriptions and a higher risk of future eye diseases like:
- Retinal detachment
- Glaucoma
- Myopic macular degeneration
That’s why early myopia management is essential.
What Is Myopia Control?
At St. Lucie Family Eye Care, we’re proud to offer the first FDA approved innovative practical solution to manage childhood myopia!
Essilor® Stellest® lenses – the first spectacle lenses clinically proven to slow down the progression of myopia (nearsightedness) in children.
In addition to Essilor Stellest® lenses, we offer a range of effective myopia control treatments, including:
- Specialty contact lenses, such as orthokeratology (Ortho-K) and soft multifocal lenses
- Prescription atropine eye drops, carefully dosed to reduce the rate of myopia progression
Essilor® Stellest® Lenses: The Latest in Myopia Management
The Essilor® Stellest® lens is the first and only FDA-authorized spectacle lens proven to slow myopia progression in children.
Powered by H.A.L.T. (Highly Aspherical Lenslet Target) technology, each lens features 1,021 micro-lenslets that create a gentle signal in front of the retina, helping to slow eye elongation, the main cause of myopia progression.
Key Benefits:
- Up to 71% slower myopia progression over 2 years compared to standard lenses*
- Sharp, clear vision in all directions
- Comfortable and lightweight polycarbonate material
- 100% UV protection for outdoor safety
- Nearly invisible design, looks just like regular glasses
*Based on a 2-year U.S. clinical trial in children aged 6–12 years.
What to Expect During Myopia Control Treatment
- Comprehensive Eye Exam
Our doctors evaluate your child’s prescription, eye health, and risk for rapid progression. - Precise Lens Fitting
Stellest® lenses are fitted accurately for comfort and effectiveness. - Follow-Up Visits
- 2-week check for comfort and adaptation
- Ongoing visits every 6 months to monitor progress
- Healthy Eye Habits
We teach families simple steps like the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds and encourage daily outdoor time.
Why Early Myopia Treatment Matters?
Children’s eyes grow rapidly, and when myopia (nearsightedness) begins at an early age, it often progresses more quickly.
Starting treatment between ages 6 and 12 can make a significant, long-term difference in your child’s vision and eye health. Early intervention can:
- Slow myopia progression
- Reduce the need for stronger, thicker lenses over time
- Lower the risk of serious eye conditions later in life, such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and macular degeneration.
At St. Lucie Family Eye Care, we’re committed to protecting your child’s future vision with evidence-based myopia management options tailored to their needs.