Stellest Lenses Are Now Available in Brooklyn for Kids Ages 6 and Up
If your child's glasses prescription keeps getting stronger every year, Stellest lenses may be able to help. These are specialty myopia control lenses made by Essilor that are clinically shown to slow the progression of nearsightedness by up to 67% compared to standard single-vision lenses. At Vision Palace Optical on Avenue U in Brooklyn, Dr. Julia Sheyko and Dr. Alexander Shlivko fit children ages 6 and up with Stellest lenses as part of a personalized myopia management plan.
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is becoming more common in kids across Brooklyn and nationwide. If it progresses quickly during childhood, it raises the long-term risk of serious eye conditions later in life. That's why catching it early and slowing it down matters.
What Makes Stellest Lenses Different from Regular Glasses
Standard glasses correct your child's vision, but they don't do anything to slow how fast myopia progresses. Stellest lenses are designed to do both at the same time.
They use Essilor's H.A.L.T. technology, which stands for Highly Aspherical Lenslet Target. The lens has a constellation of tiny lenslets arranged in rings that create what's called a "volume of signal" in front of the retina. This signal tells the eye to slow down its elongation, which is the physical change that drives myopia progression.
In a clinical study, children wearing Stellest lenses full-time showed 67% slower myopia progression on average compared to children wearing standard single-vision lenses. Your child's results will depend on their individual prescription and how consistently they wear the lenses, and our doctors will evaluate whether Stellest is the right fit during your visit.
Who Should Consider Stellest Lenses in Brooklyn
Stellest lenses are designed for children ages 6 and up who have been diagnosed with myopia, especially if their prescription has been changing from year to year. They're also a strong option if myopia runs in your family. If one or both parents are nearsighted, your child's risk of developing progressive myopia is higher.
At Vision Palace Optical, we see a lot of families from Sheepshead Bay, Brighton Beach, Gravesend, and the surrounding neighborhoods who come in because a school nurse flagged their child's vision, or because they've noticed their kid squinting at the board in class. A comprehensive eye exam is always the starting point. From there, Dr. Sheyko or Dr. Shlivko will talk you through whether Stellest, another myopia control option, or standard correction makes the most sense.
The lenses are also designed for everyday wear. They look and feel like regular glasses, so your child won't feel singled out. Consistent full-time wear is important for getting the most benefit, and our doctors will walk you through what that looks like in practice.
Fitting Stellest Lenses at Vision Palace Optical
Getting your child started with Stellest lenses is a straightforward process at our Avenue U practice. The first step is a full eye health evaluation to get an accurate current prescription and assess the stage of your child's myopia. Our doctors will also look at how quickly the prescription has been changing, which helps set realistic expectations.
Once we confirm that Stellest is appropriate, we'll order the lenses in your child's prescription. We'll also schedule follow-up visits to track how the myopia is responding over time. Monitoring is a key part of any myopia management plan, and it's something our doctors take seriously.
We work with many families whose kids wear these lenses full-time and have come back year after year to see their prescription stabilize more than expected. We can't guarantee outcomes, but the clinical evidence behind Stellest is among the strongest available for a spectacle-based myopia control option.
Many vision insurance plans cover the frame and basic lens costs, but myopia control lens technology may involve an additional cost depending on your plan. Coverage varies by plan, so call us or book through Zocdoc to verify your benefits before your visit. We accept EyeMed, Healthfirst, Fidelis Care, Medicaid, MetroPlus, 1199SEIU, and many other plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Stellest lenses and how do they work?
Stellest lenses are myopia control glasses for children made by Essilor. They use H.A.L.T. technology, which stands for Highly Aspherical Lenslet Target, to slow the elongation of the eye that causes myopia to worsen. They correct your child's vision while also working to reduce how fast the prescription changes over time.
Are Stellest lenses available in Brooklyn?
Yes. Vision Palace Optical at 1723 Avenue U in Brooklyn carries Stellest lenses and fits children ages 6 and up. Our optometrists, Dr. Sheyko and Dr. Shlivko, will evaluate your child's eyes and determine whether Stellest lenses are the right choice during a comprehensive exam.
Does insurance cover Stellest lenses in Brooklyn?
Many vision plans cover the basic exam and frame costs. The myopia control lens technology may involve an out-of-pocket portion depending on your specific plan. Coverage varies by plan, so call us or book through Zocdoc to verify your benefits before your visit. We accept plans including EyeMed, Fidelis Care, MetroPlus, 1199SEIU, Medicaid, and others.
How much do Stellest lenses slow myopia?
In a clinical study by Essilor, children who wore Stellest lenses full-time experienced 67% slower myopia progression on average compared to children wearing standard single-vision lenses. Individual results will vary, and your child's doctor will monitor their progress over time to adjust the plan as needed.
At what age can my child start wearing Stellest lenses?
Stellest lenses are designed for children ages 6 and up. If your child is in that age range and showing signs of myopia or a worsening prescription, it's a good time to bring them in for an exam and discuss myopia control options with our doctors.
Do Stellest lenses look different from regular glasses?
No. They look just like regular prescription glasses, which makes it easier for kids to wear them consistently. Consistent wear is important for getting the full benefit of the lenses, and our doctors will explain what full-time wear means for your child's routine.
If your child's prescription keeps changing and you want to understand your options, come see us on Avenue U. Book your eye exam at Vision Palace Optical through Zocdoc or call us at (718) 998-8400. We're at 1723 Avenue U in Brooklyn, open Monday through Saturday. Bring your child in, let us check their eyes, and we'll talk through whether Stellest lenses make sense for them.