If your child’s nearsightedness seems to get stronger every year, you may be wondering whether myopia control is worth considering. At Dr. Stephen Nevett and Associates, we help families in Seattle understand options designed to slow myopia progression rather than simply updating a child’s glasses prescription year after year. Two options parents frequently ask us about are MiSight 1 day contact lenses and nighttime Ortho-K lenses.
 

Why Myopia Control Matters

Myopia, or nearsightedness, causes distant objects to appear blurry. It often begins during childhood and can progress as the eyes continue to grow. While standard glasses or contact lenses correct blurry vision, myopia management focuses on slowing that progression.
 

Managing myopia can be important because higher levels of nearsightedness are associated with increased risks for certain eye health problems later in life. Starting appropriate treatment while a child’s eyes are still developing gives us an opportunity to manage how quickly their prescription changes.
 

When evaluating children in Seattle, we consider their current prescription, rate of progression, age, eye health, lifestyle, and ability to follow a treatment routine.
 

How MiSight 1 Day Lenses Work

MiSight 1 day lenses are daily disposable soft contact lenses specifically designed for children with myopia. They correct distance vision while using specialized optical zones that help slow myopia progression.
 

For many families, MiSight offers a relatively simple routine. A child puts in a fresh pair each morning, wears them throughout the day, and throws them away at night.
 

MiSight may be especially appealing for children who:

• Prefer being free from glasses during school or activities

• Are comfortable learning to insert and remove soft contacts

• Participate in sports or other active hobbies

• Benefit from the convenience of daily disposable lenses

• Can consistently follow good contact lens hygiene
   

We teach both children and parents how to handle the lenses safely and monitor eye health during follow-up appointments.
 

How Nighttime Ortho-K Lenses Work

Ortho-K uses custom rigid contact lenses worn while sleeping. The lenses temporarily reshape the front surface of the eye overnight, allowing many children to see clearly during the day without glasses or daytime contacts.
 

The controlled changes created by Ortho-K can also help slow myopia progression in appropriate patients. Because the lenses are removed each morning, they can be particularly attractive for active children who do not want to wear corrective lenses during school, sports, or outdoor activities around Seattle.
 

Ortho-K requires a customized fitting and careful follow-up. Children and parents also need to be comfortable with nightly lens care and consistent wear.
 

MiSight vs. Ortho-K: Which Is Better?

There is no single best myopia control treatment for every child. MiSight and Ortho-K approach myopia management differently, and the right choice depends on your child’s eyes and daily routine.
 

A child who prefers a soft daily disposable lens may be a strong MiSight candidate. Another child may enjoy the freedom of going through the entire day without glasses or contacts after wearing Ortho-K overnight.
 

At Dr. Stephen Nevett and Associates, we evaluate your child’s prescription and eye health before recommending a myopia management plan. We can also discuss other options when appropriate, including Stellest spectacle lenses and low-dose atropine.
 

If your child’s nearsightedness continues to progress, schedule a myopia management evaluation with Dr. Stephen Nevett and Associates in Seattle, WA. Visit us at 401 NE Northgate Way, Suite 1101, or call (206) 364-2273 to discuss whether MiSight, Ortho-K, or another myopia control option may be right for your child.