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Myopia management for kids whose glasses keep getting stronger

MiYOSMART lenses, MiSight 1 day contact lenses and ortho-K in Lynbrook, assessed and reviewed by the same optometrist at every check-up.
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  • Eye tests bulk billed for Medicare-eligible children
  • Same optometrist at every check-up
  • Open Thursday and Friday until 7pm
  • 222+ Google reviews
  • MiYOSMART lenses available
  • MiSight 1 day and ortho-K fitted here
  • 2-year unconditional warranty on kids' glasses

What is myopia management?

Myopia management is a plan to slow how quickly a child's short-sightedness (myopia) increases as they grow. The options here are MiYOSMART spectacle lenses, MiSight 1 day contact lenses, low-dose atropine eye drops if your optometrist prescribes them, and ortho-K overnight lenses. Your child will still need glasses or lenses to see clearly.

Why it matters: a higher prescription is linked with a higher chance of eye problems later in life. Slowing the change in childhood aims to keep the final prescription lower.

Who it is for

  • Children whose prescription went up at their last test
  • Children recently found to be short-sighted
  • Children with a short-sighted parentMyopia tends to run in families.
  • Children who squint at the board or sit close to the TV

Myopia management options

Your optometrist explains which suit your child's eyes, age and routine. Some children use more than one.

  • MiYOSMART spectacle lenses

    A clear centre for sharp vision, ringed by tiny lens segments designed to slow eye growth. Worn like everyday glasses.

  • MiSight 1 day contact lenses

    Soft daily contact lenses designed to slow short-sightedness in children. A fresh pair each day.

  • Prescription eye drops

    Low-dose atropine eye drops, if your optometrist prescribes them. Usually one drop in each eye at night.

What happens at a myopia assessment

  1. Your child's eye test

    Vision and eye health, bulk billed for Medicare-eligible children.

  2. Measurements

    Your child's prescription and how their eyes work together (binocular vision) are measured.

  3. The options, side by side

    What each involves for your child, in cost and routine.

  4. Regular reviews

    Usually every six months, with the same optometrist.

What parents tell us

222+ Google reviewsRead our Google reviews

  • Rebecca Van Der Feer27 Apr 2021

    Lovely staff, very helpful. The optometrist was great with my daughter too. Will be returning when I’m due for my next test

  • Imaozgrl Tucker27 Mar 2023

    Very friendly and professional.

  • Loxy Poppa27 Dec 2022

    My wife and i recently got new glasses and we could not have been happier with their professionalism and friendly service and their after service nothing was to much trouble the best opticians i have struck in 30 years of wearing glasses

  • Douglas Embry27 Dec 2022

    Coming from the USA and moving Australia, and the first place to come get my new glasses was this joint. My dudes made it mad
    easy and Awesome service!
    Got me those Armani glasses with the double shades!

  • Prasanya Gopinathan27 Dec 2022

    Very friendly. Good service

  • loren wiener27 Oct 2022

    Hard to get too excited about an Optometrist when you are almost 63,  especially in my case never worn glasses before. Just going in for the regular eye test. However, if the Optometrist is a professional optimist as well as in Dr Ali and staff @ Lynbrook Optical in SE Melbourne, happens to be near great food, coffee and loads of free parking, then I know I won't go anywhere else.. and they bulk bill.. yay

  • Krinny Bell27 Oct 2022

    Really friendly staff, great service, made sure we got the glasses that were best for us not best for the bottom line. Explained everything very well and answered any questions, shop is very clean. Great selection of affordable glasses to choose form.

  • pmarilag27 Sep 2022

    The best optical clinic/store  I've dealt with in my 30 years of wearing eyeglasses.  Dr Ali is very knowledgeable and thorough in examining my complicated eyes.  Took time to listen to my problem of having just one eyeglasses that is multifocal,  can be used for both computer work and driving, shopping etc.  And he gave it to me!  Now I got a very stylish Calvin Klein multifocal, transition eyeglasses that I can wear everywhere.  Soo happy.  Thank you so much!

  • Grant E27 Apr 2022

    Excellent service and knowledge, helped me with my specialty sporting glasses with great results, very happy.

  • Dario Iacuone27 Apr 2022

    The team were able to help me for an urgent issue I had with my contact lense. Than you so much for seing me so urgently.

  • Vinoj Perera27 Apr 2022

    Dr, Ali was very kind and professional. Helped me with removing a peice of metal that was in my eye. He took his time to examine my eyes thoroughly. 100% would recommend this place to anyone. Thank you for everything.

  • Chhivhai Khov27 Apr 2022

    Friendly and professional!

  • Daryl Hall27 Apr 2022

    Great service and very knowledgeable staff. I know I'm getting the best care.

  • Wilfred D'Couto27 Apr 2022

    Very courteous and professional. Explained everything in detail. Very happy with the excellent service.

  • Ingrid Wood27 Apr 2022

    By far the most thorough eye test I have ever had, and Paula always knows what looks best!
    Great, friendly service, and I would highly recommend this place to anyone.

  • Charlie Maynard27 Apr 2022

    Friendly staff very helpful I got my eyes tested & sorted out a new pair of eye wear
    thank you

  • Hashim27 Apr 2022

    Excellent service, and love my new nike running prescription sunnies

  • Andrew Bacaller27 Apr 2022

    Staff gave helpful information during eye testing and plenty of their time to ensure I found the right frames.

  • Keith Norman27 Apr 2022

    Efficient and professional service. Eye testing best I have experienced.

  • Azaduhi Gemelli27 Apr 2022

    Very good service,  I would highly recommend them

  • Irene Weekes27 Apr 2022

    Very friendly people, satisfied with service rendered.

  • Brian Ahrens27 Apr 2021

    Very good service. Couldn't want any better. Very much recommended

  • Fonteine P27 Apr 2021

    Courteous and friendly. Welcoming and professional. Very understanding. Thorough process. Very clean with great open space, cushy lounges and great selection of frames. All staff very nice. Great parking. Highly recommend.

  • Ancastadragonfire Mel27 Apr 2021

    Thankyou to the staff at Lynbrook Optical, they take the time to make you feel special... very knowledgeable and friendly staff ... big THUMBS UP Highly Recommended.

  • Ja27 Apr 2021

    What can I say??? All great- fully bulk billed, $199 for 2pairs as Specsavers, no waiting, no hassle, no queuing, professional, detailed, patience, supportive, caring, customer oriented, nice carpet and comfortable  sofa...what more could  u ask??? A++++++++.

  • Tepora Atonio27 Apr 2021

    Good customer service,

  • Robyn Davis27 Apr 2021

    Excellent customer service and the optometrist was very thorough and explained everything to me, no hesitation in a return visit.

  • Vy Katu27 Apr 2021

    Highly recommend Lynbrook Optical! Went for my first visit on Saturday and they were very professional, quick and efficient. Can't wait for my new specs!

  • Sajjad Ali27 Apr 2021

    So nice staff in lynbrook optical,
    I love to come again, much appreciated.
    Very clean optical and friendly staff,
    Specially thank full to doctor .
    Wish you all the best all lynbrook staff..

  • Jama Farah27 Apr 2021

    Highly recommend! Trustworthy advice,  really good with communication, and not overpriced.

  • Fady27 Apr 2021

    Amazing service. Real people that know their stuff

  • Sai Manikanta27 Apr 2021

    My recent experience with them , I have an emergency as my glasses are broken and I contacted them and received good response and service from the team and I should really thank  DR AMIN ALI.

  • Joy Willey27 Apr 2021

    Although my last experience at this optometrist would have been 1/2 a star, I had no choice but to visit again last Friday.
    I was pleasantly surprised by the advice and care this time.
    The optometrist was very straight forward and I appreciated that he explained how dire the circumstance my condition was.

  • Clemence Gan27 Apr 2021

    Dr Ali is really professional and kind . Specially with a wiggly seven year old who is casting all tricks in the book to get glasses . We had the best advice  and service from here .

  • David Rinkel27 Apr 2021

    Very professional and helpful staff. From the eye test to the spectacle selection and contact lenses. Can't recommend highly enough.

  • pritam singh27 Apr 2021

    Very helpful and friendly team.

  • Fabrice De Bond27 Apr 2021

    Friendly and helpful service.  Highly recommended.

  • Odas Rukoyah27 Apr 2021

    Great service and really friendly, we are very very happy!

  • Mehdi Aliyar27 Apr 2021

    Great service and excellent advice by the doctor here. He was very informative from the start to the end explaining in an easy to understand way. They are extremely patient and honest when I was choosing my frames as well. Highly recommended.

  • elisabeth o'brien27 Apr 2021

    Amazing service. Highly recommend.

  • Salem Homed27 Apr 2021

    Super convenient location on south gippy and great staff. Well kept place. I had amin as my optometrist he was fantastic!

  • Troy Duncan (Crazy Cockatoo Studios)27 Apr 2018

    Great place for repairs and a cool selection.

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Frequently asked questions

Your optometrist will advise after the assessment. It depends on your child's age, prescription, how quickly it is changing and family history.

The assessment answers that for your child. Your optometrist explains what the measurements show, which options suit, and what each involves in cost and routine, so you can decide.

Yes. We fit ortho-K for children and adults. Whether it suits your child is decided at the assessment. See ortho-K lenses.

Myopia usually stays once it starts. It tends to increase while the eyes grow and usually slows in the mid to late teens. Read more in myopia explained.

Usually every six months. We measure your child's prescription and track how their eyes are changing.

Kids' glasses carry a 2-year unconditional warranty. They break it, we repair or replace it.

Book a myopia assessment

Eye tests are bulk billed for Medicare-eligible children.