If you or your child has been told their prescription keeps getting worse every year, you're not alone — and more importantly, you're not powerless. Myopia, or nearsightedness, is one of the fastest-growing vision conditions in the world. But the good news is that modern eye care now has proven tools to slow it down.
At Elite Eyecare Nashville, Dr. Lipe has been at the forefront of this research and is very experienced in prescribing and treating myopia.
Myopia happens when the eye grows too long, causing distant objects to appear blurry. For many kids and young adults, the prescription doesn't just stay stable — it gets worse every year as the eye continues to grow.
This isn't just an inconvenience. Higher levels of myopia increase the lifetime risk of serious eye conditions including retinal detachment, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. Slowing progression early isn't just about keeping the prescription manageable — it's about protecting long-term eye health.
Yes — and the research is clear on this. Several treatment options have been clinically proven to reduce the rate at which myopia progresses, especially when started early. The two most effective options available at Elite Eyecare Nashville are the Essilor Stellest lens and multifocal contact lenses.
The Stellest lens is one of the most exciting advancements in myopia control in years. It looks and functions like a normal pair of glasses — but it's engineered with a constellation of invisible lenslets that create a signal telling the eye to stop growing.
Clinical studies have shown the Stellest lens slows myopia progression by an average of 67% compared to standard single vision lenses when worn at least 12 hours a day. For kids who aren't ready for contact lenses, or parents who prefer glasses, this is a game-changer.
Dr. Lipe is one of the few eye doctors in the Nashville area with hands-on experience fitting the Stellest lens. Elite Eyecare Nashville is one of the most experienced Stellest providers in Middle Tennessee.
Multifocal contact lenses were originally designed for adults who need help with both distance and near vision — but research has shown they also significantly slow myopia progression in children and young adults.
The way they work: multifocal lenses create a specific optical effect at the edge of vision that reduces the stimulus for the eye to keep growing. Multiple peer-reviewed studies have shown reductions in myopia progression of 30–50% compared to standard contact lenses.
For patients who are comfortable with contacts, multifocal lenses are an excellent myopia control option — and they double as a fully functional everyday contact lens at the same time.
There's no one-size-fits-all answer, and that's exactly why a thorough evaluation matters. Dr. Lipe will assess:
In some cases, a combination approach may be recommended. The earlier treatment is started, the greater the impact — so if you've noticed a prescription creeping up year after year, now is the time to ask about myopia control.
You don't need to travel to a specialty clinic. Elite Eyecare Nashville offers comprehensive myopia management for both children and adults, including the Stellest lens and multifocal contact lenses, all in one convenient location.
📲 Book your myopia control consultation online at eliteeyecarenashville.com
📞 Or call us at (615) 249-4926
📍 5300 Centennial Blvd, Suite 107, Nashville, TN 37209 — free on-site parking
If your child's prescription has been changing every year, don't wait. The sooner myopia control starts, the more of a difference it can make.
