What Are MiSight® 1 Day Contact Lenses and How Do They Work for Myopia Control?

As myopia progresses, it can raise the risk of future eye health issues and may lead to stronger prescriptions over time. Fortunately, advancements in eye care now allow optometrists to actively manage myopia rather than simply correct blurry vision. One of the most trusted options available today is MiSight® 1 day contact lenses.

What Are MiSight® 1 Day Contact Lenses?

MiSight® 1 day contact lenses are soft, daily disposable contact lenses specifically designed for children with myopia. Unlike standard contact lenses or glasses that only correct blurry distance vision, MiSight lenses are FDA-approved to slow the progression of myopia in children. These lenses are worn during the day and discarded each night, making them a convenient and hygienic option for kids and families.

How Are MiSight® Lenses Different from Regular Contacts?

Traditional contact lenses focus light directly onto the retina to provide clear vision. While this corrects eyesight, it does not address the underlying signals that can cause myopia to worsen.

MiSight lenses use a unique optical design with two key zones:

• Vision correction zones that allow children to see clearly at all distances

• Myopia control zones that help manage how light focuses on the retina

This specialized design helps reduce the eye’s tendency to continue elongating, which is the primary cause of myopia progression.

How Do MiSight® Lenses Work for Myopia Control?

Myopia worsens as the eye grows too long from front to back. MiSight lenses are engineered to send a specific type of visual signal to the retina that helps slow this eye growth.

In simple terms, MiSight lenses:

• Correct your child’s vision so they can see clearly

• Simultaneously reduce the stimulus that causes myopia to increase

Clinical studies have shown that children wearing MiSight lenses experience significantly slower myopia progression compared to those wearing standard contact lenses.

Who Is a Good Candidate for MiSight®?

MiSight® 1 day contact lenses are typically recommended for:

• Children diagnosed with myopia

• Kids who are experiencing increasing prescriptions year over year

• Children generally between the ages of 8 and 12 (though eligibility may vary)

• Families looking for a proactive approach to long-term eye health

A comprehensive eye exam and myopia evaluation are necessary to determine whether MiSight lenses are the right choice for your child.

Benefits of MiSight® 1 Day Contact Lenses

Parents often choose MiSight lenses because they offer multiple advantages, including:

• Proven myopia control backed by clinical research

• Daily disposable convenience with no cleaning required

• Comfortable soft lens design suitable for children

• Clear vision throughout the day

• A proactive approach to protecting long-term eye health

Schedule Your Child’s Eye Exam Today

MiSight® 1 day contact lenses go beyond vision correction by actively managing myopia progression in children. By addressing how the eye grows, these lenses offer a safe, effective, and convenient solution for families looking to protect their child’s long-term eye health.

Schedule a pediatric eye exam at Burbank Family Optometry to determine whether MiSight® 1 day contact lenses are the right fit for your child. Visit our office in Burbank, California, or call (747) 323-4500 to book an appointment today.