HOYA launches new advanced focus spectacle lenses for younger patients with presbyopia

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HOYA has announced the launch of its VisuPro All Day and VisuPro Flex advanced focus spectacle lenses to help patients that are beginning to experience age-related presbyopia.¹ The new lenses are designed for young presbyopes, ranging in age from their late 30s to mid-40s, who may be either existing spectacle wearers or non-wearers, according to a news release.

“Uncorrected refractive error is the leading cause of vision impairment globally, yet current market offerings fail to address the unique needs of young presbyopes,” said John Goltermann Lassen, CEO at HOYA Vision Care, in the release. “Innovations to manage first presbyopic symptoms at the earliest stage are essential to minimize the impact of presbyopia on patients’ quality of life and ensure continued clarity of vision.” 

The lenses use HOYA’s Binocular Harmonization Technology (BHT) that considers the prescription for both eyes to calculate the prescription in the lenses for focusing, stability, and enhanced depth of vision. The Focus Max Optimization allows for additional vision support at close distance. The lenses can help reduce eye strain or visual fatigue when working with digital devices, which caters to the interest of younger patients with presbyopia, according to results from a HOYA survey. This research found that 53% of existing spectacle wearers and 60% of non-spectacle wearers between 36 and 44 years of age have increasing problems seeing clearly in the near distance and when using digital devices.¹

"VisuPro lenses represent a major advancement in our approach to pre-presbyopia," said Griffith Altmann, chief technology officer at HOYA Vision Care, in an exclusive quote for Optometry Times. "By focusing on patients in the early stages of the condition, we’re offering a proactive solution that helps busy people beginning to experience symptoms continue to enjoy their lives to the full without compromising on visual comfort or performance. At HOYA, we’re committed to developing technologies that meet the evolving needs of patients, ensuring they can continue to enjoy clear and seamless vision at every age.”

Reference:

1. HOYA launches VisuPro advanced focus spectacle lenses for patients experiencing first symptoms of presbyopia. News release. HOYA. April 2, 2025. Accessed April 3, 2025.