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MiSight 1 Day Contact Lenses: FDA-Approved Myopia Control
Dr. Michelle Brown, OD
February 9, 2026
1 min read
Learn about the first and only FDA-approved contact lens specifically designed to slow myopia progression in children.
Summary
Learn about the first and only FDA-approved contact lens specifically designed to slow myopia progression in children.
MiSight 1 Day Contact Lenses
MiSight 1 day by CooperVision is the first soft contact lens FDA-approved specifically for slowing myopia progression in children.
FDA Approval
In November 2019, the FDA approved MiSight for:
- Slowing myopia progression in children 8-12
- Correcting myopia in children and adults
- Based on a 3-year clinical trial
How MiSight Works
The lens uses ActivControl® Technology:
- Central zone corrects myopia for clear vision
- Concentric treatment zones create peripheral defocus
- This defocus signal may slow eye growth
Clinical Evidence
**3-Year Study Results**:
- 59% slower myopia progression (controlled trial)
- 52% less axial elongation
- Maintained efficacy over 6 years in extension study
**Real-World Performance**:
- 40-50% average reduction in progression
- Results vary by individual
Who Can Wear MiSight?
FDA-approved criteria:
- Ages 8-12 at initiation
- Myopia: -0.25D to -4.00D
- Astigmatism: up to -0.75D
- Able to handle contact lenses
Daily Wear Routine
- Wash hands thoroughly
- Insert fresh lenses each morning
- Wear for 10+ hours daily, 6+ days per week
- Discard lenses at end of day
- No cleaning or storage required
Advantages
- Daily disposable = excellent hygiene
- No overnight wear
- Familiar soft lens comfort
- FDA-approved indication
