Debneys opticians

Myopia Management

What is myopia?

Myopia, also known as short sightedness, often develops during childhood and adolescence and may worsen over time.

It is a common vision condition where distant objects appear blurry, while close objects remain clear. It occurs when the eyeball becomes too long or the cornea is too curved, causing light rays to focus in front of the retina rather than directly on it. This leads to blurred vision when looking at objects in the distance. Standard spectacles and contact lenses can correct these light-focusing issues to improve sight. However, they often do not prevent deterioration, as it is a natural growth process occurring in the eyes of these young people.

Specialist Myopia Control spectacle lenses and contact lenses, can successfully stop this sight deterioration in upto 67% of young people.

Debneys Opticians offer a choice of 2 revolutionary, new management systems, which includes Essilor’s amazing Stellest lens system, or Coopervision’s incredibly well researched soft 1-day contact lens option, MiSight.

Learn about our solutions for managing myopia today.

Essilor® Stellest® lenses

For young ones, an easier start to Myopia Management is with the global leader Essilors’ amazing new Stellest lens product, which involves a special spectacle lens, de-focusing the peripheral vision but allowing a clear optical centre for vision. As it is supplied in spectacles, it’s a lot easier for a young person to commit to.

Our monthly price reflects this level of time and commitment we give to support Myopia management patients under our care.

There is an alternative, 1x off, non-standing order price available with the spectacle Stellest system, but not with the Mi-Sight contact lens system.

MiSight® 1 day contact lenses

MiSight® 1 day contact lenses which have a proven ability to slow the progression of myopia.

For children aged 10-21 (younger if proficient in CL insertion, or existing family members wearing CL) we have the Soft Daily Contact Lens Option.

The Contact lens scheme is only available on a standing order at £49 per month, with the first 3 months being paid up front which will be your be your initial 3 month lens supply.

A “fitting fee” of £20 applies, which includes fitting, teaching, and trial lenses for 10 days, and includes your “end of trial” appointment. Following that, an initial 6 week follow up is booked, followed by a 3 month check, then a regular 6 month check up.

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If you notice your child displaying any of the above signs, simply book them in for an eye test and our team will find the best option for you and your child.

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