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Is your child’s eyesight getting worse each year? If they’ve been diagnosed with myopia (nearsightedness), you’re not alone. Today, millions of children are affected by this condition, and the numbers are rising fast—especially in urban areas like the UAE.
The good news? There are advanced myopia control solutions that not only correct vision but also help slow down myopia progression effectively.
At Optic One UAE, we offer a full range of myopia control lenses including specially designed glasses, contact lenses, and Ortho-K lenses—all tailored to manage your child’s vision and protect long-term eye health.
Myopia Control Glasses
Specially designed myopia control glasses look just like regular eyeglasses but have unique lens designs that help manage eye growth.
Popular Myopia Control Glasses Brands:
- ZEISS Myocare® Lenses – Advanced design that reduces peripheral defocus, helping to control the growth of the eyeball.
- Essilor Stellest® Lenses – Uses innovative HALT technology with hundreds of tiny lens segments to slow myopia progression effectively.
- Hoya MiYOSMART® Lenses – Award-winning lenses with D.I.M.S. technology proven to slow myopia by up to 60%.
- Rodenstock MyCon™ lenses – Offers a comfortable visual experience while gently reducing the eye’s tendency to become more myopic.
- Tokai Myopia Control Lenses – A Japanese innovation known for effectiveness and excellent visual clarity.
✅ Ideal For: Kids aged 5 and above
✅ Worn During: Anytime
✅ Benefits: Non-invasive, child-friendly, and highly effective in slowing down myopia
Myopia Control Contact Lenses
If your child prefers contact lenses, there are specially designed soft myopia control contact lenses that work to reduce eye elongation during the day.
Available Myopia Control Contact Lenses at Optic One:
- NaturalVue® Enhanced 1 Day Multifocal Lenses
A daily disposable lens clinically proven to slow myopia progression while correcting vision. Its unique extended depth-of-focus design delivers sharp vision at all distances, even for young wearers. - Esencia® Myopia Control Contact Lenses
Specially developed for younger users, these monthly replacement lenses provide a dual-purpose solution—clear vision correction and targeted control of axial eye growth associated with myopia progression.
✅ Ideal For: Children aged 8+ who can manage contacts
✅ Worn During: Daytime
✅ Benefits: No glasses, wide field of vision, suitable for sports and school activities
Ortho-K Lenses: Nightwear Lenses That Control Myopia
Ortho-K, short for Orthokeratology, involves wearing custom-fitted rigid lenses overnight. These lenses gently reshape the cornea while your child sleeps—providing clear vision during the day without wearing glasses or contacts.
Key Highlights:
- FDA-approved for managing myopia in children
- Clinically proven to reduce the rate of myopia progression
- Safe and non-surgical
✅ Ideal For: Active kids and teens
✅ Worn During: Nighttime only
✅ Benefits: Clear vision without lenses during the day, strong myopia control effect
Why Early Myopia Control is Important ?
Without proper treatment, myopia can progress rapidly and lead to high myopia, increasing the risk of:
- Retinal detachment
- Glaucoma
- Cataracts
- Myopic maculopathy (vision-threatening conditions)
Early intervention = better long-term eye health.
If your child’s prescription is changing frequently, it’s time to talk to an expert.
Myopia Control Lens Choices Available at Optic One Abu Dhabi , UAE.
At Optic One, we offer a trusted selection of myopia control eyeglass lenses and specialty contact lenses designed to help slow down nearsightedness in children. Whether you’re looking for proven options like Essilor Stellest®, Hoya MiYOSMART®, ZEISS MyoKids®, or advanced solutions like Ortho-K lenses and myopia control contact lenses, our team is here to guide you.
What are myopia control lenses?
Myopia control lenses are specially designed eyeglass or contact lenses that not only correct nearsightedness but also help slow down its progression in children. These lenses work by altering how light focuses on the retina, reducing eye strain and slowing eye elongation.
Are there glasses to prevent short-sightedness?
Yes, while glasses can’t fully prevent short-sightedness (myopia), certain types of lenses, known as myopia control lenses, can slow down its progression, especially in children. These lenses are designed to manage how light focuses on the eye, helping to reduce the eye’s tendency to elongate, which is a primary cause of myopia worsening. By wearing myopia control lenses, individuals may experience slower myopia progression and better long-term eye health.
What age can I start myopia control glasses?
Myopia control glasses can typically be started as early as age 6. Early intervention is often most effective, as starting myopia control at a younger age can help slow down the progression of nearsightedness over time.
Are myopia control lenses worth it for kids?
Yes, myopia control lenses are a worthwhile investment for kids with progressing myopia. They not only correct vision but also help slow down the worsening of nearsightedness, protect against serious eye issues like glaucoma and retinal detachment later in life.
Are there side effects of using myopia control lenses in children?
There are no. side-effects for Myopia control lenses , however, some kids may need a short adjustment period.
What are Ortho-K lenses and how do they work?
Ortho-K (Orthokeratology) lenses are worn overnight to gently reshape the cornea. This allows children to see clearly during the day without wearing glasses or contacts. They also help slow down the progression of myopia over time.
Are myopia control lenses available in Abu Dhabi or UAE-wide?
Yes. Optic One, located on Hamdan Street, Abu Dhabi, offers a complete range of advanced myopia control solutions, including:
> Eyeglass lenses from leading brands such as ZEISS, Essilor, Hoya, Rodenstock, and Tokai.
> Contact lenses like NaturalVue® Enhanced 1 Day Multifocal and Esencia® are designed specifically for myopia control.
> Ortho-K (Orthokeratology) lenses, which are worn overnight to provide clear vision during the day without glasses or contacts.
We also assist customers across the UAE through online consultations and delivery.
