If your child would like more freedom from glasses, you may be wondering whether contact lenses could also help with their worsening short-sightedness. MiSight 1 day lenses are daily disposable soft contact lenses designed to correct vision and slow myopia progression. They are worn during the day and removed before sleep. They do not cure myopia, and results vary between children. 1
At Vision Camberwell Optometrists, we help families understand whether this approach fits their child’s eyes, confidence and everyday routine. We fit MiSight 1 day, MyDay MiSight 1 day, ACUVUE Abiliti 1-Day and other multifocal designs.
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How do MiSight contact lenses work?
MiSight uses a dual focus design: some zones correct blurred distance vision, while others create a different focus intended to help slow excessive eye growth. Both types of zones work while the lens is being worn. 1
Ordinary single vision soft contact lenses correct blur but do not provide the same myopia control treatment. Different treatment lens designs also have different evidence, so it is worth asking which lens is being recommended and why. 2
What does the research show?
The three year randomised trial
In a trial of children aged 8 to 12 at enrolment, MiSight wearers had 59% less prescription progression and 52% less axial elongation, the increase in the eye’s length, than children wearing single vision daily disposable contact lenses over three years. The average differences were 0.73 dioptres and 0.32 mm respectively. 1
These are group averages compared with that specific control lens. They do not mean a child’s existing prescription will improve by 59%, or that every child will achieve the same result.
Longer-term follow-up
A six year follow up reported continued slowing of progression. However, the original control group changed to MiSight after year three, so the later years did not maintain the same untreated comparison. This is useful longer term evidence, with a different study design from the initial randomised phase. 3
Trial percentages alone cannot tell you which treatment will work best for your child. The International Myopia Institute reviews several effective approaches and the differences between their supporting studies. 2
Is my child ready for contact lenses?
Readiness involves more than age. We consider the prescription, eye health, lens fit, motivation and whether your child can follow a safe routine with your support. Children need to be comfortable telling an adult when a lens feels wrong. 4
The original MiSight trial began with children aged 8 to 12; this is a study population, not a universal rule for every child. We assess individual suitability and check the current Australian product instructions before prescribing. 1
What happens at the assessment?
We check vision, prescription and the eye’s surface, and consider measurements of axial length to establish a baseline. A fitting appointment also assesses how the lenses sit and how clearly your child sees through them. 4
We will explain insertion and removal, hygiene and what to do if a lens is uncomfortable. It is fine to need practice. Your child’s confidence matters as much as getting a lens in successfully once.
What does daily wear involve?
A daily disposable lens means a fresh lens each day, without a cleaning and storage routine for reuse. It still requires careful handling. Follow the prescribed wearing schedule consistently; occasional wear just for sport is not the same as the treatment routines studied. For general information on soft lens fitting and handling, see our soft contact lens fitting page. 1
- Wash and thoroughly dry hands before handling lenses.
- Use a fresh pair as directed and discard daily disposable lenses after removal.
- Never sleep or nap in these daytime lenses.
- Remove lenses before swimming or showering, and keep them away from tap water and saliva.
- Keep up to date glasses available for lens free time or an unexpected problem. 5
For school, agree on a simple plan: who your child should tell if a lens becomes uncomfortable, where their glasses are kept, and how to contact you. We can talk through a routine that feels manageable for your family.
How often are reviews needed?
Expect early appointments to check fit, vision and handling, followed by ongoing myopia reviews. World Council of Optometry guidance suggests checks around one week and one month after starting soft lenses, then at six months and one year, with continued six monthly reviews. Your child may need a different schedule. 6
Reviews assess prescription changes, eye growth where measured, eye health, comfort and actual wearing habits. Clear vision alone does not show whether myopia is progressing. If progression continues, we review the plan with you. 4 6
Are myopia-control contact lenses safe?
Research on children wearing soft contact lenses supports their use with appropriate fitting, education and follow up. A review of prospective studies found that the risk of serious corneal infection in children was low, but contact lenses are not risk free. 7
Pain, redness, light sensitivity, discharge or suddenly blurred vision need prompt attention. Remove the lenses, do not put them back in, and seek urgent eye care. If we are unavailable, contact an urgent eye care service or emergency department rather than waiting for a routine review. 5
How do they compare with other options?
Soft myopia control lenses may suit a child who wants daytime freedom from glasses and can manage lens handling. Myopia control spectacles avoid contact lens handling. Orthokeratology uses specially fitted rigid lenses overnight and has a different care routine; read about OrthoK for children and teenagers. 2
Other treatment options, including atropine eye drops, may also be discussed during an individual assessment. We consider evidence, eye health, prescription, lifestyle and your family’s preferences when planning myopia management. See our comparison of myopia control treatments. 2
Before your child’s appointment
Please bring anything that helps us understand how their vision has changed:
- Current glasses and previous prescriptions or eye reports, if available.
- Details of any contact lenses or myopia treatment already used.
- A list of medicines, allergies and previous eye problems.
- Questions about sport, school, handling and the routine your family can realistically maintain.
Ask about the full cost of assessment, fitting, lenses and follow up before starting. We will explain the proposed plan and fees for your child.
MiSight assessments in Camberwell
Vision Camberwell Optometrists is at 784 Burke Road, Camberwell, in Melbourne’s inner east, serving families from Hawthorn, Balwyn, Kew, Canterbury and across Australia. Consultations with Jue Wang are available in English and Mandarin.
To discuss whether soft myopia control contact lenses suit your child, book a myopia assessment or call 03 9882 5666.
Questions parents often ask
Will my child see as clearly as with glasses?
We check vision during fitting and follow up. Contact lenses can feel different from glasses, and visual quality varies between children. Let us know about persistent blur, glare or difficulty seeing the classroom board so we can assess the cause. 4
Can my child wear MiSight for sport?
They can be a practical option for many land based activities, provided the lenses are suitable and worn as prescribed. Contact lenses do not replace protective sports eyewear. For swimming or other water activities, remove them and discuss an alternative such as prescription swimming goggles. 5
Can we switch from glasses or another myopia treatment?
Possibly. We first review the current treatment, prescription changes, eye health and your reason for switching. Keep using the agreed plan until we have discussed the transition and follow up with you. 2
What if my child wants to stop wearing lenses?
Tell us so we can review an alternative that your child can manage. Myopia control decisions should be revisited as children grow; stopping lenses does not remove the need to monitor their eyes. 2
References
- Chamberlain P, Peixoto-de-Matos SC, Logan NS, et al. A 3-year Randomized Clinical Trial of MiSight Lenses for Myopia Control. Optometry and Vision Science. 2019;96(8):556–567. doi:10.1097/OPX.0000000000001410.
- Bullimore MA, Saunders KJ, Baraas RC, et al. IMI—Interventions for Controlling Myopia Onset and Progression 2025. Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science. 2025;66(12):39. doi:10.1167/iovs.66.12.39.
- Chamberlain P, Bradley A, Arumugam B, et al. Long-term Effect of Dual-focus Contact Lenses on Myopia Progression in Children: A 6-year Multicenter Clinical Trial. Optometry and Vision Science. 2022;99(3):204–212. doi:10.1097/OPX.0000000000001873.
- Gifford KL, Richdale K, Kang P, et al. IMI – Clinical Management Guidelines Report. Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science. 2019;60(3):M184–M203. doi:10.1167/iovs.18-25977.
- United States Food and Drug Administration. Contact Lens Risks. Accessed 10 September 2026.
- World Council of Optometry. Myopia Measurement: Patient Follow-Up. Accessed 10 September 2026.
- Bullimore MA, Richdale K. Incidence of Corneal Adverse Events in Children Wearing Soft Contact Lenses. Eye & Contact Lens. 2023;49(5):204–211.
Reviewed by Dr Shonit Jagmohan, B.Optom (Hons), FIAOMC, IACMM, Ophthalmic Medicines Prescriber, Fellowship Chair for the International Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control (Oceania). Last reviewed October 2026.
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