🎉 Update: Hoya has just released MiyoSmart iQ, the next generation of this lens with even stronger clinical results. See what’s new.
If your child keeps needing stronger glasses every year, you’re not alone — and it’s not something to simply accept. Myopia (short-sightedness) is one of the fastest-growing health concerns in children today, particularly within the Australian Chinese community. The good news? There’s a clinically proven lens technology that can slow it down — and right now, there’s never been a better time to act.
Why Myopia Progression Is a Serious Concern
Myopia doesn’t just affect how clearly your child sees the board at school — it carries real long-term risks. Children whose myopia progresses rapidly are at significantly higher risk of developing serious eye conditions in adulthood, including glaucoma, retinal detachment, and macular degeneration.
The key is early intervention. The earlier we slow the progression, the better the long-term outcome for your child’s vision health.
What Are MiyoSmart Lenses?
MiyoSmart lenses, developed by Hoya Vision Care in collaboration with the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, are an award-winning myopia control solution for children. They look and feel exactly like standard spectacle lenses — but they work very differently.
The technology behind them is called D.I.M.S. — Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments. Each lens is covered in hundreds of tiny defocus zones that work together to signal the eye to stop growing as fast. The result? A measurable slowdown in myopia progression.
In clinical trials, MiyoSmart lenses have shown:
- On average, 60% reduction in myopia progression
- 54% slowing of eyeball elongation compared to standard lenses
- Proven results across a 2-year clinical study involving children aged 8–13
Are MiyoSmart Lenses Right for Your Child?
MiyoSmart lenses are ideal for children aged 8 and above who have been diagnosed with myopia, particularly where one or both parents are also short-sighted (a known risk factor for faster progression). They are comfortable, safe, and require no special adaption period — children typically love them.
Your child may benefit from MiyoSmart if they:
- Need a new, stronger prescription every 6–12 months
- Spend significant time on screens or near work
- Have a family history of myopia
- Are between 8 and 18 years old
Why Choose Viewpoint Optical for Myopia Control?
At Viewpoint Optical in Hurstville, myopia control isn’t just a service we offer — it’s a specialty we’re deeply committed to. Serving families across the Georges River area, our experienced optometrist takes the time to properly assess each child’s eyes, track their progression, and recommend the most appropriate treatment pathway.
We combine clinical expertise with genuine care for your child’s wellbeing — because healthy vision today shapes a healthier future.
Book Your Child’s Myopia Assessment Today
Don’t wait until their prescription jumps again. Schedule a myopia control consultation at Viewpoint Optical and find out whether MiyoSmart lenses are the right fit for your child.
📞 Call us today: 02 8021 2298
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