Standard single-vision lenses effectively correct short-sightedness by providing clear distance vision. However, they do not slow down the progression of myopia. Research has shown that single-vision glasses offer no protective effect against the eye's continued elongation, which causes myopia to worsen over time.

Myopia control lenses, on the other hand, are specifically designed to help slow the progression of myopia by up to 50% compared to traditional single-vision lenses. These lenses incorporate advanced optical designs that create controlled myopic defocus on the retina, a key factor in reducing further myopic development.