If your child wears glasses and their eye power keeps increasing each year, you're not alone. This is a concern we hear from many parents in Singapore.
Here’s the truth: regular glasses correct blurry distance vision but don’t stop the progression of myopia. That’s because they don’t address the underlying issue — the elongation of the eyeball, which causes vision to worsen over time.
In today’s fast-paced academic and digital world, our children are exposed to more near work and screen time than ever before. This lifestyle — combined with less outdoor activity — accelerates the rate of myopia progression.
As parents, we do our best. We encourage screen breaks, send our children outside to play, and make sure they wear their glasses. But when the prescription keeps climbing, many parents feel guilty and overwhelmed:
“I feel like I should’ve acted sooner.”
“No one told me there was another option.”
You are not alone — and it’s not your fault.
Myopia is influenced by both genetics and environment. The good news? There are now clinically proven ways to slow it down.
Myopia control spectacle lenses look like normal glasses but are specially designed to slow the progression of myopia in children. These lenses use advanced technology to reduce the stimulus that causes the eye to elongate — helping to protect long-term vision.
There are three leading types of myopia control lenses available in Singapore:
✅ Backed by 6 years of clinical trials
✅ 59–60% reduction in myopia progression [1]
✅ No rebound effect after stopping
✅ Quick adaptation (usually within a day)
MiYOSMART is one of the most established myopia control lenses in the world. It uses a ring of defocus segments to provide a treatment effect around a central clear vision zone. It’s widely available in Singapore and trusted by many optometrists and parents alike.
✅ 67% reduction in progression (with 12+ hours daily wear) [2]
✅ 4 years of published data
✅ Includes built-in blue light filter for digital protection
Stellest lenses use 1021 aspherical lenslets in a constellation-like pattern to deliver a continuous myopia control signal — even when the eye moves. Parents often appreciate the added blue light protection for children who spend a lot of time on devices.
✅ Innovative ClearFocus design for stable vision during eye movement
✅ Early trial results show significant slowing of myopia progression [3]
✅ Gaining popularity in Singapore with promising clinical backing
Though newer to the market, ZEISS MyoCare lenses are showing strong potential. Their annular design supports consistent myopic defocus across various gaze angles — especially useful for digitally active children.
All three lenses offer effective myopia control and are available at our clinic in Singapore. Here’s a quick comparison:
| Lens Type | Technology | Years of Study | Blue Light Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| MiYOSMART | D.I.M.S. | 6+ years | Yes and with Photochromatic feature |
| Stellest | H.A.L.T. | 4 years | Yes |
| ZEISS MyoCare | C.A.R.E. | Ongoing Trials | No |
We often recommend MiYOSMART as a first-line choice due to its long track record, excellent safety profile, and strong clinical outcomes. However, Stellest and MyoCare may be more suitable for children with specific needs or preferences — especially if digital screen exposure is high or if peripheral clarity is a priority.
We specialise in comprehensive eye exams for children. Our assessments go beyond just checking power — we evaluate axial length, how well both eyes are working together, how tired the eyes are, lifestyle factors, and eye health to recommend the best-fitting myopia control strategy for your child.
Because this is more than just a number — it’s your child’s confidence, learning experience, and future eye health on the line.
Don’t wait for the next prescription jump. Let’s act now to protect your child’s vision.
👁️ Book your child’s comprehensive myopia control eye exam today.
We’ll walk with you every step of the way.
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