As students across Australia return to classrooms, lens manufacturer HOYA is emphasizing the importance of discussing myopia with optometrists, parents, and educators. The company is urging the prioritization of children’s eye health, stating that myopia affects both learning and long-term eye health. HOYA produces the MiYOSMART spectacle lens for myopia control and highlights the significance of initiating conversations about myopia at a young age, as it progresses faster in children under 12 years old.

The award-winning MiYOSMART spectacle lenses have been shown to slow myopia progression by 60% in children aged 8 to 13. A six-year long-term follow-up study demonstrated that the myopia control effect of the MiYOSMART spectacle lens is sustained over time, with an average cumulative myopia progression of less than 1.00D and axial elongation of 0.6 mm over six years in children wearing the lens.

HOYA MiYOSMART is available in both photochromic and polarised options. The MiYOSMART Chameleon photochromic lenses rapidly adapt to sunlight levels, providing children with necessary protection. Additionally, the MiYOSMART Sunbird polarised lenses offer extra protection from intense sunlight and glare when combined with MiYOSMART clear spectacle lenses.

According to HOYA, incorporating MiYOSMART into children’s eyewear can play a pivotal role in proactively managing myopia. The company encourages a vision-focused approach to education, where clear sight contributes to academic success and overall well-being.