Stellest® Lenses
in Shelton & Waterbury, CT
Explore myopia management with Stellest lenses for children. Help slow nearsightedness progression with personalized care in Shelton and Waterbury.
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is common in children and often worsens as they grow. When children struggle to see the board at school, signs in the distance, or details during sports, the right glasses can help them see clearly. But standard glasses do not slow myopia progression.
We offer Essilor® Stellest® lenses as a glasses-based myopia management option for children. These advanced lenses correct blurry distance vision while helping slow the progression of nearsightedness.
Stellest lenses are the first spectacle lenses authorized by the FDA to slow myopia progression in children.
How Stellest lenses work
Stellest lenses use Highly Aspherical Lenslet Target (H.A.L.T.) technology. Each lens contains 1,021 invisible lenslets that create a signal called myopic defocus. This helps slow the elongation of the eye, a key factor in worsening myopia.
In a two-year clinical study reviewed by the FDA, Stellest lenses slowed myopia progression by an average of 71% compared with standard single-vision lenses.¹
For the best results, children should wear their Stellest lenses consistently — about 10 hours a day, six days per week. The lenses are designed for full-time wear and can be used as a child’s primary pair of glasses for school, sports, and everyday activities.
Who may benefit from Stellest lenses?
Stellest lenses are typically recommended for children ages 6 to 12 with myopia, including children with astigmatism. They can be a practical choice for younger children who are not ready for contact lenses or who prefer wearing glasses.
Your child may benefit from Stellest lenses if they:
- Have been diagnosed with nearsightedness
- Have a prescription that is increasing over time
- Need a comfortable, full-time glasses option
- Are not ready for contact lens-based myopia management
Personalized myopia management for your child
Myopia management is not one-size-fits-all. Our eye doctors consider your child’s prescription, eye health, age, and lifestyle before recommending a treatment plan.
In addition to Stellest lenses, we offer other myopia control options, including MiSight® 1 day contact lenses and Paragon CRT® ortho-k lenses. During a pediatric eye exam, we can assess your child’s vision and discuss the best options for their needs.
Stellest lenses FAQs
How long will my child need to wear Stellest lenses?
Stellest lenses help manage myopia as your child grows. Their prescription may still change, so regular eye exams are important for monitoring their vision and updating their care plan.
Are Stellest lenses covered by insurance?
Coverage varies by plan. Since Stellest lenses are a specialized myopia management option, coverage may differ from standard eyeglass lenses. Our team can help you review your options.
Will my child need a second pair of glasses?
No. Stellest lenses are intended for full-time wear and can be your child’s everyday glasses.
Help manage your child’s myopia
Early myopia management can help slow worsening nearsightedness while your child’s eyes are still developing. Schedule a pediatric eye exam in Shelton or Waterbury to find out whether Stellest lenses are right for your child.