Innovative Lenses Offer New Solution for Slowing Childhood Myopia Progression

Childhood myopia, or nearsightedness, is more than just a vision problem requiring glasses; it's a condition that demands management to prevent long-term complications. When myopia begins early, it has more time to worsen as a child grows, increasing the risk of irreversible eye diseases.

Traditional methods like standard glasses and contact lenses improve sight but do not necessarily halt the progression of myopia. Other approaches include atropine eye drops and lifestyle changes such as spending more time outdoors and taking screen breaks. However, not all methods are suitable for every child.

A modern approach involves specialized spectacle lenses. HOYA Vision Care offers MiYOSMART lenses, which feature D.I.M.S. (Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments) technology. These lenses have a central clear-vision zone surrounded by hundreds of microlenses that help slow myopia progression while providing clear vision. This non-invasive method is user-friendly for children.

Building on the success of the first-generation MiYOSMART lenses, used by over 8 million children globally, HOYA has introduced MiYOSMART i.Q. These new lenses combine the proven D.I.M.S. technology with a Triple Enhanced Design (TED) for even more effective myopia control and enhanced visual quality and comfort.