Myopia Control

At Blinking Owl Eyecare™, we understand how important your child’s
vision is to their learning, development, and overall well-being.

​​​​​​​One of the most common vision problems we see in children is myopia, or nearsightedness. With rates of myopia steadily rising among children in Miami, Davie, and Coral Gables, our Blinking Owl Eyecare team of myopia specialists are here to help your child and family with proactive, personalized myopia management solutions.

What Is Myopia?

Myopia is a refractive error where distant objects appear blurry while close-up vision remains clear. It occurs when the eye grows too long from front to back, causing light to focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it. While glasses or contact lenses can compensate for blurry vision, they don’t stop the progression of the condition itself.

Clear vision is essential for success in the classroom and beyond. Children with uncorrected or worsening myopia may struggle to see the whiteboard, participate in class activities, or complete homework assignments. These challenges can lead to frustration, reduced confidence, and even poor academic performance.

The Importance Early Detection

Regular and timely eye exams are one of the most powerful tools we have in the early detection and management of myopia. Since children may not always realize or communicate that they’re having trouble seeing, pediatric eye exams allow our doctors to catch signs of myopia early—even before symptoms are noticeable. Early intervention can slow the progression of myopia and help preserve long-term eye health.

What Is Myopia Management?

Myopia management refers to a set of evidence-based treatments designed to slow the progression of myopia in children. This is critical because high levels of myopia are associated with an increased risk of serious eye conditions later in life, including:

  • Retinal detachment
  • Glaucoma
  • Cataracts
  • Myopic macular degeneration


​​​​​​​By managing myopia early, we can help reduce these long-term risks and protect your child’s vision for the future.

What Does Myopia Look Like?

If you’re wondering what myopia looks like through your child’s eyes, find out by using our Myopia Simulator.

See the world through your child’s eyes. Experience the Myopia Simulator.

How can you treat Myopia in my child?

MiSight® 1 Day Contact Lenses

At Blinking Owl Eyecare™, we offer MiSight® 1 day contact lenses by CooperVision—an FDA-approved, soft daily contact lens specifically designed for myopia management in children. These lenses work by using a dual-focus optical design that simultaneously corrects distance vision while signaling the eye to slow down its growth. Studies have shown that MiSight lenses can reduce myopia progression by up to 59% over a three-year period when used as directed.

  • Daily disposable lenses—minimal cleaning or storage
  • Comfortable and easy to wear, even for first-time contact lens users
  • Proven to slow myopia progression in children
  • Helps reduce the future risk of serious eye diseases associated with
  • high myopia
  • Supports children in maintaining clearer vision for learning, sports,
  • and daily activities

Can you treat Myopia Progression with Glasses?

YES! Essilor® Stellest® lenses slow down myopia progression in children

How do Essilor® Stellest® lenses work?

Essilor® Stellest® lenses are designed with game-changing technology that combines 2 parts to control myopia progression and correct vision. The combined parts have a powerful effect. Blinking Owl Eyecare offers Stellest lenses in every location.

The lenses use H.A.L.T (Highly Aspherical Lenslets Target) technology that creates a signal that acts as a shield against the worsening of myopia. By harnessing the power of light manipulation, Stellest® lenses slow down myopia progression, giving your child's eyes a chance to develop optimally.

Benefits of choosing Essilor® Stellest® lenses

1. Improved visual acuity:
Essilor® Stellest® lenses provide vision as sharp as with single vision lenses. Your child will experience clear and crisp vision, allowing them to see the world with confidence.

2. Enhanced quality of life:
By slowing myopia progression, Stellest® lenses help maintain stable vision and reduce the potential risks associated with worsening myopia. This means your child can engage in their favourite activities without the constant worry of deteriorating eyesight.

3. Clinically proven efficacy:
The effectiveness of Essilor® Stellest® lenses has been scientifically validated through a two-year clinical trial. The results demonstrated the positive impact of these lenses on myopia.

Which is best for my child, MiSight contacts or Stellest® glasses?

If your child is already myopic (short-sightedness), standard single vision lenses they are currently wearing is not adequate. At Blinking Owl Eyecare we recommend children to be in both Misight lenses during the day and supplement with Stellest glasses when not wearing contact lenses to ensure optimum treatment.

If a child is too young or unable to be in contact lenses, the Stellest glasses will be the main modality of treatment of myopia management.

Ask your doctor if your child is a candidate, and help preserve their sight and vision!

At Blinking Owl Eyecare™, we proudly serve families in Miami, Miami Beach, Davie, Coral Gables,Port Orange, and nearby communities with compassionate, expert pediatric optometric care. From pediatric eye exams to the latest in eye care technology, our team is committed to supporting your child’s vision and long-term eye health.

​​​​​​​Schedule a comprehensive eye exam at Blinking Owl Eyecare™ today to learn more about myopia management and how MiSight® 1 day contact lenses can help safeguard your child’s vision for the future.