How MiSight Can Help Reduce the Risk of High Myopia Complications

Myopia is becoming increasingly common among children worldwide. While mild to moderate myopia can often be managed with glasses or contact lenses, high myopia significantly increases the risk of serious eye complications later in life. Fortunately, advanced treatment options like MiSight® 1 day contact lenses are changing the way we can help manage myopia in children and reduce these risks.
 

Why Reducing High Myopia Matters

High myopia doesn’t just mean stronger glasses prescriptions. It is associated with structural changes to the eye that increase the likelihood of vision-threatening complications, such as:

• Retinal detachment - The stretched retina is more prone to tears and detachments.
• Glaucoma - Increased risk of damage to the optic nerve.
• Early cataracts - Faster clouding of the eye’s natural lens.
• Myopic macular degeneration - Damage to the central retina that can lead to permanent vision loss.

By slowing myopia progression, MiSight helps reduce the chance of children reaching high levels of myopia and facing these potential complications in adulthood.
 

What Is MiSight?

MiSight® 1 day lenses are the first FDA-approved soft contact lenses designed specifically to slow the progression of myopia in children. Unlike standard contacts that simply correct blurry vision, MiSight lenses use a unique dual-focus design that provides clear distance vision while signaling the eye to slow down its elongation - the underlying cause of myopia progression. By addressing both vision correction and myopia control, MiSight helps protect your child’s long-term eye health.
 

The Benefits of MiSight for Children

• Proven results - Clinical studies have shown that MiSight can reduce myopia progression by up to 59% over three years.
• Comfort and convenience - Daily disposable lenses mean no cleaning, easy use, and excellent comfort.
• Confidence boost - Many children enjoy the freedom from glasses while maintaining clear vision throughout the day.

Take the First Step Toward Protecting Your Child’s Vision

High myopia is more than just stronger nearsightedness - it can impact your child’s lifelong vision. With MiSight lenses, Texas State Optical is proud to offer parents an effective solution to slow myopia progression and protect their children’s eye health for the future.

Schedule a comprehensive eye exam with Texas State Optical to see if MiSight is right for your child. Visit our office in Austin, Texas, or call (512) 233-6242 today.