Myopia is a common refractive error where distant objects appear blurry while close objects can be seen clearly.
It tends to progress during the growing years, potentially leading to high myopia, which is associated with an increased risk of serious eye problems later in life, such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and cataracts.
Myopia control lenses are specialized optical devices designed to slow the progression of myopia (near-sightedness) in children and adolescents.
At Paris Optical Malaysia, we will advice you on the best ways to control your myopia. Voted the best optical shop in Klang Valley, our knowledge on myopia control is extensive and our professional optometrist will be able to assist you.
There are several types of myopia control lenses, each working through different mechanisms:
Myopia Control Contact Lenses:
These lenses have different zones with varying lens powers. The central part of the lens corrects myopia, while the peripheral zones create a slight myopic defocus, which is believed to slow eye growth and thus the progression of myopia.
Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) Lenses:
These are specially designed gas-permeable contact lenses worn overnight. They temporarily reshape the cornea so that during the day, the user can see clearly without any lenses. The reshaping effect also helps in controlling the progression of myopia.
Atropine Eye Drops:
Although not a lens, atropine eye drops are sometimes used in conjunction with optical treatments. Low-dose atropine has been shown to effectively slow the progression of myopia, though the exact mechanism is not fully understood.
Myopia Control Lenses:
These lenses are designed to specifically address peripheral defocus, which is believed to be a factor in the progression of myopia. They aim to create a more focused image on the peripheral retina, reducing the stimulus for the eye to grow longer.
The effectiveness of these lenses varies, and they are typically recommended based on individual needs and the degree of myopia. Regular eye check-ups and consultations with an eye care professional are essential for monitoring myopia progression and adjusting treatments as necessary.
At Paris Optical Malaysia, we can advise you on the best way to treat your child’s myopia with the latest technology available in Malaysia. Currently, there are 3 major lens company which provides the best technology to control myopia for your child. These myopia control lenses corrects the myopia, controls the myopia and it does not compromise on your aesthetic and safety of the lenses.
Stellest® lenses are Essilor®’s game-changing innovation to slow down myopia progression in children.
Essilor® Stellest® lenses slow down myopia progression by 67% on average, compared to single vision lenses, when worn 12 hours a day
Zeiss MyoCare lenses, is their first age-related myopia management portfolio with lens designs aimed to slow down the progression of myopia. MyoCare is backed by ZEISS innovation and more than a decade of experience in developing lenses to manage myopia progression. A myopia management lens design, aimed to slow down the progression of myopia in children is built on 2 pillars.
ZEISS C.A.R.E. technology (Cylindrical Annular Refractive Elements)
Alternating defocus and correction zones in a ring-like pattern on the front surface, expanding towards the periphery of the lens. These microstructures deliver a “stop signal” to slow down progression of axial elongation.
ZEISS ClearFocus design
Aimed to remove the growth signal, the optimised back surface minimises hyperopic defocus in the periphery of the lens. Both the refractive correction as well as intended myopic defocus of the patient is maintained for all gaze directions. This technology supports the effectivity and wearability of ZEISS MyoCare lenses.
Hoya MiYOSMART
Hoya MiYOSMART spectacle lenses use the revolutionary D.I.M.S. Technology to correct the myopic refractive error and provide clear vision.
D.I.M.S. Technology uses a honeycomb-shaped segment treatment area (‘defocus zone’) to slow down myopia progression, and a clear zone (‘focus zone’) with you child’s prescription. The focus zone provides clear vision and the defocus zone manages myopia at the same time.
Contact us to get personalised advice on myopia treatment for your child.