Myopia Control: Miyo Smart Lenses by Hoya

HOW MYOPIA AFFECTS CHILDREN

Myopia is an eye condition where a person cannot see the objects placed far from their eyes. It is also called “shortsightedness.” It occurs when the light rays are refracted in front of the retina instead of on the retina. This wrong bending of light occurs due to the irregular-shaped cornea.

Myopia is common among children, and the condition progresses with age. Among kids, myopia (shortsightedness) is a common growing problem. Studies have estimated that about 10% of kids aged between 5 and 17 suffer from myopia due to the excessive use of electronic devices and near-work activities (reading, playing the piano etc).

The good news is that there are now ways to effectively control myopia progression during childhood years.

WHAT ARE MIYOSMART LENSES

MiYoSmart spectacle lenses are single-vision corrective lenses that are aimed at correcting myopia in children. These clinically proven lenses have been designed with the revolutionary DIMS (Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segment) to correct the visual defects. These lenses use proprietary honey-comb segments, which provide myopic defocus.

There is a clear 9.4 mm optical zone enclosed by 33 mm honey-comb segments in the center of the MiYoSmart lens. Both the focus and defocus areas of MiYoSmart lenses simultaneously manage myopia and provide clear vision.

HOW DO MIYOSMART LENSES BY HOYA WORK? 

MiyoSmart lenses use the DIMS technology to reduce the progression of myopia. These lenses work by using the “emmetropisation” process – a natural homeostatic mechanism in the eye, which helps the eyeball receive focused images by modifying itself.

The lenses are non-invasive, easy to adapt, and child-friendly.

A two-year clinical trial on children aged between 8 to 13 years reported that wearing MiYoSmart lenses controlled the progression of myopia by 60% compared to regular single-vision lenses.

As parents, it is important to take care of your child’s health. Since myopia is a common concern in children, regular visits to an optometrist can help in the early detection and proper treatment. Please contact us to discuss if MiYoSmart lenses by HOYA are the right choice for your child.

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