FDA Approves Special Glasses That Slow Down Nearsightedness in Kids

Date: 2025-09-25 20:41:44

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The FDA has approved new eyewear for myopia management in children. These kids glasses, also known as Essilor Stellis lenses, are designed for myopia prevention. Learn more about how this new myopia control can improve your child’s eye health and potentially offer a new myopia treatment for children.

Big news for parents concerned about their kids’ vision!
The FDA has officially approved the new Stellest™ lens by Essilor — a breakthrough spectacle lens clinically proven to help slow the progression of myopia (nearsightedness) in children. This is a major step forward in the fight against childhood myopia, which has been rising rapidly worldwide.

In this video, I’ll break down what the Stellest lens is, how it works to control myopia progression, and why this FDA approval matters for families looking for safe, effective options beyond traditional glasses.

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