MiSight

When a child’s nearsightedness continues to worsen, standard glasses or contact lenses only correct blurry vision. MiSight® 1 day contact lenses offer families in Beaumont a proactive option that corrects vision while helping slow myopia progression. At Texas State Optical Dowlen, we provide personalized myopia management to help protect your child’s vision as they grow.

What Is Childhood Myopia?

Myopia, commonly called nearsightedness, causes distant objects to appear blurry while nearby objects remain clear. It often begins during childhood and can progress as the eyes continue developing.
A stronger prescription does more than make it harder for a child to see clearly without glasses. Increasing levels of myopia are also associated with a greater risk of eye health complications later in life. Early evaluation and consistent monitoring allow our Beaumont eye care team to recommend treatment before the prescription progresses further.

How MiSight® 1 Day Contact Lenses Work

MiSight® 1 day lenses are soft, daily disposable contact lenses designed specifically for childhood myopia management. They use ActivControl® Technology to create different treatment and vision-correction zones within each lens.
The lenses provide clear distance vision while helping reduce the signals that contribute to excessive eye growth. MiSight® 1 day is FDA approved to slow myopia progression in children who begin treatment between the ages of 8 and 12. Clinical research found that the lenses reduced myopia progression by 59 percent on average over three years compared with standard single-vision daily lenses.

Benefits of MiSight® 1 Day

MiSight® 1 day contact lenses provide several advantages for children and parents in Beaumont:

• Correct blurry distance vision throughout the day

• Help slow the progression of childhood myopia

• Require no cleaning solutions or overnight storage

• Provide a fresh, sterile pair of lenses each day

• Support active lifestyles, sports and outdoor activities

• Eliminate concerns about broken or misplaced glasses during activities

Because the lenses are discarded after each use, they offer a simple and hygienic contact lens routine for children who are ready to manage daily wear.

Is My Child a Candidate for MiSight®?

MiSight® 1 day may be recommended for children with myopia that is beginning or continuing to progress. Before prescribing the lenses, our optometrist will complete a comprehensive evaluation, review your child’s prescription history and assess whether contact lens wear is appropriate.

Children must also be able to follow proper hygiene and lens-handling instructions. Our Beaumont team teaches each child how to insert, remove and care for their contacts confidently. Parents receive clear guidance on wear schedules and follow-up care.

Ongoing Myopia Management in Beaumont

Successful myopia management requires more than providing contact lenses. Regular follow-up visits help us monitor changes in your child’s prescription, evaluate lens comfort and confirm that treatment remains appropriate.
We work closely with Beaumont families to create a personalized plan based on each child’s age, vision needs and rate of progression. As your child grows, we will continue assessing their eyesight and adjusting recommendations when necessary.

Schedule a MiSight® 1 Day Consultation

Help your child see clearly while taking a proactive approach to worsening nearsightedness. Schedule a MiSight® 1 day consultation with Texas State Optical Dowlen at 5910 Muela Creek Drive, Suite A, Beaumont, TX 77706, or call (409) 202-6547