MIYOSMART iQ · MYOPIA CONTROL · SYDNEY

MiyoSmart iQ: the newest generation of myopia control

HOYA's latest lens, fitted in Sydney by one of a small group of optometrists selected to offer it ahead of its general release.

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Reviewed by Dr Mark Joung · Last updated June 2026
Early access
Selected to fit iQ before general release
One of the first
Australian optometrists to fit MiyoSmart
100+ studies
Peer-reviewed publications behind the DIMS design

What is MiyoSmart iQ?

The next step for HOYA's myopia lens

MiyoSmart iQ is the newest version of HOYA's MiyoSmart spectacle lens for slowing myopia (short-sightedness) in children. It builds on the same proven D.I.M.S. technology as the standard MiyoSmart lens, with a refined design HOYA calls "Triple Enhanced Design." It launches in Australia in August 2026.

Like the original, MiyoSmart iQ looks like an ordinary single-vision lens — your child sees clearly through the centre while tiny treatment zones across the lens send a gentle "slow down" signal to the growing eye. The iQ refines where and how strongly that signal is delivered.

It's the newest lens in the MiyoSmart range and sits alongside the standard lens rather than replacing it — for many children, the standard MiyoSmart lens is still an excellent choice.

How is iQ different from standard MiyoSmart?

Three small changes to where the signal lands

MiyoSmart iQ keeps the core D.I.M.S. design but makes three changes: a smaller clear central zone, treatment segments moved closer to the centre to target a more responsive part of the retina, and a slightly stronger, wider treatment area. The goal is a more precisely placed myopic-defocus signal.
Standard MiyoSmartMiyoSmart iQ
Core technologyD.I.M.S.D.I.M.S. — Triple Enhanced Design
Central clear zoneStandardSmaller
Treatment segmentsHoneycomb ringMoved inward, extended, stronger
Lens coatingStandard MiyoSmart coatingSmooth Touch Xtreme — easier cleaning, stays clear after years of wear
AppearanceLike a normal lensLike a normal lens
Available in AustraliaNowAugust 2026 (early access here)
Efficacy evidencePeer-reviewed, multi-yearEarly trial data, not yet peer-reviewed

Why does a precise fit matter more?

A smaller clear zone leaves less room for error

With any myopia-control lens, the treatment zones only work as designed when they sit correctly in front of your child's eyes. Because MiyoSmart iQ uses a smaller central clear zone, getting the measurements and centring right matters even more — which is exactly the kind of detail an experienced fitter pays close attention to.
~1 mm
The treatment zones need to sit within about a millimetre of where they're designed to. Beyond that margin, the lens can't do its job properly — so accurate measurement and centring matter.

When the lens is centred accurately to each eye, your child looks through the clear zone for everyday distance vision and the treatment signal lands where it's meant to. Getting it right means careful measurement, the right frame choice, and proper alignment — then checking it again at follow-up.

Does MiyoSmart iQ work?

What the research actually shows

There are two layers to the evidence. The original MiyoSmart lens has years of peer-reviewed proof. The new iQ design has very promising early trial results from HOYA — but they're interim and not yet peer-reviewed, so we read them carefully and we'll give you a straight take in person.
Proven · peer-reviewed
59% / 60%
Slower prescription change / slower eye growth over 2 years with the original MiyoSmart lens, versus ordinary lenses.
Lam et al., British Journal of Ophthalmology, 2020. Effect sustained over 6 years.
New · early data from HOYA
No progression on average*
Over 12 months, children in the iQ group averaged almost no change in prescription (+0.05D), versus about half a dioptre of worsening (−0.53D) in ordinary lenses. HOYA reports 9 in 10 children had no clinically relevant progression* in year one.
HOYA, presented at ARVO 2026 — 196 children, Hong Kong. Interim, not yet peer-reviewed. *Clinically relevant = prescription worsening more than 0.50D in 12 months (HOYA's definition). HOYA describes this as "over 100% efficacy" — meaning the iQ group didn't progress on average while the comparison group did.

Why we read the iQ results cautiously

·12-month interim data — not the final trial result
·From a single centre (Hong Kong), one ongoing trial
·Presented at a conference (ARVO 2026) — not yet peer-reviewed or published in a journal
·Manufacturer-funded (HOYA)
·The comparison group progressed quickly, which makes the gap look larger
·No long-term or post-stopping (rebound) data yet

Bottom line: the iQ data is genuinely encouraging, but it's early. We'll talk you through exactly what it means for your child — and whether iQ or the standard lens is the better call — at your appointment.

Is MiyoSmart iQ right for your child?

Best for growing eyes that need a head start

MiyoSmart iQ suits short-sighted children whose prescription is still changing, who can wear glasses consistently, and whose families want the newest option. Like all MiyoSmart lenses, it needs to be worn most of the day — around 12 hours or more — to work. We'll confirm suitability at a full myopia assessment.
Progressing childhood myopia Families who want HOYA's latest design Can commit to all-day wear Tracking eye growth (axial length)

For fast progressors, we sometimes combine approaches — we'll walk you through the options, including tracking eye growth with axial length measurement, at the consult.

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Why fit MiyoSmart iQ with us?

Early access, experienced hands

Dr Mark Joung was selected as one of a small number of Australian optometrists to fit MiyoSmart iQ ahead of its general release. He was also one of the first Australian optometrists to fit MiyoSmart, and has a special interest in myopia control — so your child gets the newest lens, fitted by someone who has worked with the technology from the start.

Myopia control isn't just handing over a lens. We measure carefully, track your child's eye growth over time, fit precisely, and review regularly — adjusting the plan as your child grows.

How much does MiyoSmart iQ cost?

Transparent pricing, no surprises

$690 per pair — MiyoSmart iQ lenses
  • HOYA MiyoSmart iQ lenses (newest-generation DIMS design)
  • Professional fitting and accurate centration — important for iQ's smaller clear zone
  • Follow-up reviews to keep the treatment on track
  • 12-month HOYA remake warranty — one free lens remake if your child's prescription changes by -0.50D or more
  • A full written quote before anything is ordered

Your myopia consultation and axial-length checks are quoted separately and explained upfront.

MiyoSmart iQ is HOYA's newest-generation lens, at $690 per pair. The standard MiyoSmart lens is $600 — you can see standard MiyoSmart pricing here. We'll give you the full cost in writing before you commit — the lens, the fitting, and the reviews that keep the treatment on track.

Bulk-billed eye tests are available; the myopia-control program is a separate fee we'll set out clearly.

Still weighing it up?

Compare all three lensesMiyoSmart, Stellest and MyoCare side by side, ranked by evidence. Standard MiyoSmart lensesThe well-proven original lens, its evidence, and pricing. Atropine dropsLow-dose drops, often paired with glasses for fast progressors. Tracking eye growth (axial length)Why we measure eye length to guide treatment.

MiyoSmart iQ — common questions

Questions parents ask us

What's the difference between MiyoSmart and MiyoSmart iQ?

Both use HOYA's D.I.M.S. technology to slow myopia. The iQ is the newer version, with a refined design that places the treatment signal more precisely. The standard lens is still an excellent, well-proven option for many children.

When can my child get MiyoSmart iQ?

It launches in Australia in August 2026. Concord Eyecare is a selected early-access provider, so we can fit it ahead of general release. Book a myopia consultation and we'll tell you the earliest we can fit your child.

Is MiyoSmart iQ proven to work?

The MiyoSmart design has strong peer-reviewed evidence — the original lens slowed myopia progression by about 59% over two years. HOYA's early iQ trial data is very promising but still interim and not yet peer-reviewed, so we read it carefully and explain it in person.

How long does my child need to wear them?

Like all MiyoSmart lenses, iQ works best worn most of the day — around 12 hours or more. Consistent wear matters more than anything for getting the benefit.

How much does MiyoSmart iQ cost in Sydney?

MiyoSmart iQ lenses are $690 per pair. We quote the consultation, fitting and follow-up reviews separately and explain everything before you commit.

Families travel to our North Strathfield practice from across Sydney for myopia control. As an early-access MiyoSmart iQ provider, we welcome children and families from right across the city.

Reviewed by Dr Mark Joung, B.Optom (Hons) UNSW, Grad Cert Ocular Therapeutics — selected early-access MiyoSmart iQ provider; one of the first Australian optometrists to fit MiyoSmart. Last updated: June 2026.

References: Lam CSY, et al. Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments (DIMS) spectacle lenses slow myopia progression: a 2-year randomised clinical trial. British Journal of Ophthalmology 2020;104:363–368. · Six-year DIMS follow-up, Scientific Reports. · Tse DYY, et al. MiyoSmart iQ (DIMS Triple Enhanced Design) 12-month RCT, ARVO 2026 Annual Meeting, Abstract 2523 (interim, not yet peer-reviewed; HOYA data on file).

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