Stellest® Lenses for Myopia Control — Now FDA Approved and Available in South Jordan
For years, parents outside the United States have had access to advanced myopia-control lenses shown to slow the progression of nearsightedness in children. Countries outside the USA have seen excellent results using Stellest® lenses, helping kids maintain clearer vision and reducing the long-term risks associated with progressive myopia.
Now, the FDA has finally approved Stellest® lenses in the United States — and Progressive Eye Care in South Jordan, Utah is proud to be among the first practices in our area to offer them.
If your child is becoming more nearsighted each year, Stellest® lenses may be one of the simplest and most comfortable ways to begin protecting their vision early.
Why We’re Excited About Stellest® Lenses
For families who want an easy, non-invasive start to myopia control, Stellest® lenses are a game-changer. They look and feel just like regular glasses, but inside the lenses is advanced technology that has been clinically shown to significantly slow the progression of myopia in children when worn as directed.
This makes Stellest® lenses ideal for:
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Children who are newly diagnosed with myopia
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Families not yet ready for contact lenses
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Kids who aren’t good candidates for Ortho-K (overnight lenses)
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Children who prefer to avoid atropine eye-drop therapy
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Parents who want a simple, reliable, everyday solution
Stellest® lenses allow a child to receive active myopia control treatment just by wearing their glasses, making it one of the most parent-friendly options available.
A Globally Proven Myopia Control Technology
Stellest® lenses have been widely used outside the U.S. for years, and the results worldwide have been consistent:
✔ Significant reduction in myopia progression
✔ Comfortable, easy day-to-day wear
✔ Evidence-based design supported by strong clinical research
✔ High patient satisfaction internationally
Their success in Canada, where many eye clinics have used Stellest® lenses, has been especially encouraging.
Now, with FDA approval in the United States, these same benefits are finally available to families here in Utah.
Why Myopia Control Matters
Myopia isn’t just blurry distance vision — it’s a progressive eye disease that increases the risk of:
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Retinal detachment
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Early cataracts
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Glaucoma
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Myopic macular degeneration
The earlier myopia begins, the faster it tends to progress. That’s why beginning treatment early — even at the first sign of nearsightedness — is so important.
Stellest® lenses offer a gentle, effective way to start treatment right away.
How We Decide the Best Myopia Control Plan at Progressive Eye Care
Myopia management is not one-size-fits-all. At Progressive Eye Care, our myopia-focused doctors — Dr. Jeffrey Broadhead, OD, Dr. Michael Hope, OD, Dr. Michael Chism, OD, and Dr. Ana Schroeder, OD — guide each family through a personalized decision-making process.
Our evaluation includes:
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A detailed examination of your child’s vision
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Measurement of axial length
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Review of how quickly prescriptions have changed
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Family history and lifestyle factors
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Age, maturity, and comfort with different treatments
Then we discuss the full range of proven options, including:
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Stellest® myopia-control eyeglass lenses
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Orthokeratology (Ortho-K)
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Atropine therapy
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Myopia-control soft contact lenses
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Healthy visual habits & lifestyle adjustments
Stellest® lenses are often the recommended starting point for younger children because they are simple, effective, and require no special handling or daily eye-drop routine.
Why Families Across South Jordan Trust Progressive Eye Care
Progressive Eye Care has become one of the leading centers for myopia control in the Salt Lake Valley. Families visit us from:
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South Jordan
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Herriman
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Riverton
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West Jordan
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Draper
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Sandy
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And throughout Utah
Parents choose us because we take the time to educate, explain, and create a long-term plan that protects eye health far beyond the next prescription change.
Now, with the addition of FDA-approved Stellest® lenses, we’re able to offer an even more complete set of options tailored to each child’s needs.
Ready to Learn Whether Stellest® Lenses Are Right for Your Child?
You don’t have to guess or worry about your child’s changing vision.
Our team is here to guide you.
📞 Call Progressive Eye Care at 801-676-2020
or
🖱 Schedule online 24/7
Our doctors will evaluate your child’s vision, explain each treatment option in clear parent-friendly language, and help you choose the approach that gives your child the best possible long-term eye health.
