Myopia Management for Kids in Katy, TX
The Eye Vantage Kids' Myopia Control Program slows how fast a child's nearsightedness gets worse. Dr. Sarah Hung, OD, offers three options: MiSight® 1 day contact lenses and Essilor® Stellest® eyeglass lenses, both FDA-authorized to slow myopia, plus low-dose atropine eye drops. Our office is on FM 529 in Katy, minutes from Elyson, Katy Lakes, Bridgeland and Towne Lake.
Why slowing myopia matters
Myopia (nearsightedness) makes far-away objects blurry. In children it usually gets worse every year until the late teens, because the eye keeps growing longer. A stronger prescription is more than an inconvenience. High myopia raises the lifetime risk of retinal detachment, glaucoma, early cataracts and myopic maculopathy. Slowing progression during childhood lowers those risks for life.
Signs your child may be nearsighted
Squinting at the board, the TV or road signs
Sitting very close to screens or holding books close
Headaches or eye rubbing after school
A glasses prescription that gets stronger every year
A parent who is nearsighted (risk rises when one or both parents are)
Is your child’s nearsightedness getting worse?
Answer these six questions. If you answer yes to any of them, book a myopia evaluation.
Does your child squint to see the board, TV or road signs?
Has their glasses prescription gotten stronger in the past year?
Is one or both parents nearsighted?
Does your child spend more than 2 hours a day on close-up work or screens outside school?
Does your child spend less than 1–2 hours a day outdoors?
Was your child first prescribed glasses for distance before age 10?
Myopia control options at Eye Vantage
MiSight® 1 day contact lenses. MiSight is the first FDA-approved soft contact lens to slow myopia progression in children who start treatment at ages 8–12. Each daily disposable lens corrects distance vision while also sending a signal that slows eye growth. In a 3-year clinical study, MiSight slowed myopia progression by about 59% on average.
Essilor® Stellest® eyeglass lenses. Stellest became the first eyeglass lens authorized by the FDA to slow myopia progression in September 2025, for children who start treatment at ages 6–12. In a 2-year study, children in Stellest lenses had 71% less myopia progression and 53% less eye growth than children in regular single-vision lenses. They work best when worn at least 12 hours a day. Stellest is a great fit for younger children or kids who aren't ready for contacts.
Low-dose atropine eye drops. A nightly eye drop, prescribed by Dr. Hung, that studies show can slow myopia progression. It can be used on its own or together with MiSight or Stellest.
Daily habits. We coach families on outdoor time (about 2 hours a day), breaks from close-up work, and screen distance.
The research
MiSight: Chamberlain et al., “A 3-year Randomized Clinical Trial of MiSight Lenses for Myopia Control,” Optometry and Vision Science, 2019. It found 59% less myopia progression and 52% less eye growth (summary).
Stellest: FDA authorization in September 2025, based on a 2-year trial showing 71% less progression and 53% less eye growth (Review of Optometry).
What to expect
Myopia evaluation. A full pediatric eye exam to measure your child's prescription and eye health.
Choosing a plan. Dr. Hung explains the options that fit your child's age, prescription and lifestyle.
Lens fitting and training. For MiSight, we fit the lenses and teach your child and you how to put them in, take them out and care for them. For Stellest, we take precise frame measurements so the lenses are centered correctly, and help your child pick a frame they'll want to wear all day.
Follow-up visits. Progress checks every 1 to 9 months, depending on your child's treatment, show whether the plan is working, and we adjust it if needed.
Cost and insurance
Vision insurance often covers the eye exam, and some plans help with contact lenses. Call us for program pricing. The MiSight program includes your child's lenses and follow-up visits. Our team will check your benefits before your visit and explain your costs up front. We also accept FSA and HSA cards and CareCredit.
Serving Katy families
Eye Vantage is at 23927 FM 529 Rd, Ste 200, Katy, TX 77493. Book online or call (281) 626-9885.
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Frequently asked questions
At what age should my child be checked for myopia?
Eye Vantage sees children from age 5. We recommend a full eye exam before first grade and every year after. Myopia often starts between ages 6 and 12, and earlier treatment protects more vision.
Is MiSight safe for kids?
Yes. MiSight lenses are daily disposables, so your child puts in a fresh pair every morning and throws them away at night. There is no cleaning or storage. Most children ages 8–12 learn to handle them in one or two visits.
Which is better for myopia control, glasses or contacts?
Both work. Stellest glasses suit children as young as 6 and kids who prefer glasses, as long as they wear them at least 12 hours a day. MiSight contacts suit active kids ages 8 and up who are ready to handle lenses. Dr. Hung helps you choose based on your child's age, prescription and routine.
Can my child play sports in MiSight lenses?
Yes. Many parents choose MiSight because their kids can play soccer, basketball and other sports without glasses.
How long will my child need myopia management?
Most children continue through their teenage years, when the eye grows fastest. Dr. Hung reviews progress at each visit and tells you when it's safe to stop.
Does insurance cover myopia management?
Coverage varies. Many vision plans cover the exam and some contact lens costs. We verify your benefits before your visit and explain any out-of-pocket costs.
Do you offer myopia management near Elyson?
Yes. Eye Vantage is on FM 529 in Katy, a short drive from Elyson, Katy Lakes, Bridgeland and Towne Lake.