If your child has been diagnosed with myopia (nearsightedness), you’ve probably already noticed how quickly prescriptions can change.1 Not all contact lenses work the same way—and choosing the right option can make a meaningful difference in your child’s long-term eye health.
Below is a simple breakdown of MiSight® 1 day contact lenses compared with traditional single vision contact lenses (SVCLs), including the advantages and limitations of each.
Advantages of MiSight® 1 day
1. Proven to slow myopia progression†2
Clinical studies show MiSight® 1 day contact lenses slow eye growth which is what causes blurry distance vision, also known as myopia.‡3 Myopia is irreversible, and typically progresses rapidly in younger children.1
The concern with high myopia is that it can lead to various eye health conditions later in life, such as glaucoma, cataracts, and retinal detachment.4-7 Choosing to treat the condition early with a myopia control option like MiSight® 1 day can protect your child’s vision from getting worse,*†‡2,3 which ultimately reduces the lifetime risk of these complications.4-7
2. More stable prescriptions over time§8
One of the biggest frustrations parents face with childhood myopia is how quickly prescriptions can change.1 Myopia typically develops between ages 6 and 12 and tends to worsen or progress every few to several months until the late teenage years—not because the correction isn’t working, but because the myopia itself is still progressing.9
MiSight® 1 day is designed to address that underlying issue. By slowing the progression of myopia,†2 these lenses may help keep prescriptions more stable over time.§8 That means fewer surprises at annual eye exams, fewer instances of needing new glasses or updated contact lenses, and less stress for both you and your child.
3. Clear, comfortable vision2,10,11
Comfort is essential when it comes to contact lenses for kids. The material of MiSight® 1 day lenses is designed for comfort,10 and supports clear optics.2,10,11 Kids can focus on reading, playing, and exploring without noticing their lenses or needing frequent adjustments. In fact, 94% of children reported they often didn't even notice MiSight® 1 day lenses were on their eyes!*12
MiSight® 1 day are also daily disposables, meaning your child gets a fresh, clean pair every morning—no rubbing, rinsing, soaking, or remembering complicated care routines.
Limitations of Single Vision Contact Lenses
- No impact on slowing eye growth
Traditional single vision contact lenses (SVCLs) have one job: correcting blurry vision so your child can see clearly while wearing the lenses. While effective for this single purpose, they do not slow the progression of myopia. - May give a “false sense of security”
While kids may be able to see more clearly with a single vision lens in the short term, their underlying myopia can continue to worsen, which means the effects of blurry distance vision can continue to persist over time. - Frequent prescription changes and higher long-term risks associated with high myopia
This can lead to frustration, more frequent lens updates, and the possibility of thicker glasses in the future.
As myopia progresses, the risk of complications related to high myopia can also increase for conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, and retinal detachment.4-7
Which Option is Better for Your Child?
If your goal is simply to correct vision, single vision contacts can do that.
But if you want to actively slow the progression of your child’s myopia—supporting both their present†2 and future eye health—MiSight® 1 day is the more advanced and protective option.*‡¶2,3
Your eyecare provider can help you determine whether your child is a candidate for MiSight® 1 day and guide you through the next steps.
Find a local eye care provider today to learn more!
