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May 6, 2026May 6, 2026

Lumenis OptiLIFT Receives Health Canada Approval for Evaporative Dry Eye Use

Lumenis has announced that Health Canada has authorized OptiLIFT™ and its proprietary Dynamic Muscle Stimulation (DMSt) technology for reducing signs and symptoms of evaporative dry eye disease, while also improving lower lid laxity and blinking mechanism.

According to the company, the approval makes Lumenis the first to offer a muscle stimulation device in Canada cleared for ophthalmic use. OptiLIFT joins the company’s growing dry eye portfolio, which also includes OptiLIGHT, its intense pulsed light technology authorized in Canada for dry eye management.

OptiLIFT is intended to address an area of dry eye care that has traditionally had limited treatment options. Lower lid laxity and incomplete blinking are associated with tear film instability and ocular surface symptoms and may become more common with age as periocular muscle tone decreases.

The device uses Dynamic Muscle Stimulation to strengthen the periorbital muscle area, with the goal of improving blink quality and lower lid support through a non-surgical approach. OptiLIFT is also indicated for non-invasive skin tightening and wrinkle treatment, allowing eye care professionals to incorporate aesthetic services through the same platform.

Lumenis cited a study published in Clinical Ophthalmology examining the use of its DMSt technology in patients with lower lid laxity and dry eye disease. According to the company, the study reported improvements in lower lid laxity, blinking quality, tear break-up time, ocular surface symptoms, and eyelid appearance over the course of treatment.

“Dry eye disease is inherently multifactorial, and eyelid dynamics—particularly lower lid laxity and blink dysfunction—are frequently underrecognized contributors to tear film instability and ocular surface disease,” said Laura M. Periman, MD, Director of Dry Eye Services and Clinical Research at Periman Eye Institute in Seattle. She said supporting periocular muscle function may help improve tear distribution and ocular surface health in some patients seeking non-surgical options.

In a statement, Itay Mayer, Chief Commercial Officer at Lumenis, said the company sees OptiLIFT as addressing a gap in care for patients affected by lower eyelid laxity and impaired blinking.

Click HERE for the press release.

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May 5, 2026May 5, 2026

Eye on the Industry Podcast: Episode 11 Explores Succession Planning, Resilience, and Leadership with Dr. Diana Monea

The latest episode of Eye on the Industry features Dr. Diana Monea, a veteran optometrist, practice owner, speaker, and consultant, for a deeply personal and insightful conversation on succession planning, leadership, and rebuilding through life’s most difficult transitions.

Hosted by Christine Zeggil and Isabelle Tremblay, Episode 11 looks beyond business strategy to explore the human side of practice ownership—what it takes to lead, let go, and move forward after decades of building a career.

Eye on the Industry Podcast with Dr. Diana Monea

Succession Planning as a Strategic Priority

After more than 40 years in clinical practice and successfully executing a structured succession plan in 2025, Dr. Monea emphasizes that planning an exit should not be an afterthought.

She encourages practitioners to begin with the end in mind—building a practice that can eventually transition smoothly to new leadership. Without early planning, she notes, many owners are forced into reactive decisions driven by personal or economic circumstances.

Her advice: break the process into manageable steps, seek guidance from financial and legal advisors, and maintain clarity throughout the journey.

Leadership Shaped by Adversity

A defining part of the discussion centers on how personal loss and professional challenges reshape leadership. For Dr. Monea, adversity strengthened her sense of empathy and reinforced the importance of leading with humanity.

She describes leadership not only as decision-making, but as creating space for others—understanding their struggles and supporting them through difficult moments.

In her view, optometry offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact:
to connect with patients, understand their experiences, and improve their quality of life in tangible ways.

Lifelong Learning and Evolving Leadership

Even after decades in practice, Dr. Monea returned to university to complete a Master of Human Resource Management—an experience that reinforced the importance of understanding people across generations.

She highlights that successful practices depend on having the right people in the right roles, and that strong leadership today requires collaboration between generations, each bringing different strengths and perspectives.

Rebuilding and Moving Forward

The episode also addresses the realities of navigating major life changes—balancing personal loss, business transitions, and new responsibilities.

Dr. Monea speaks candidly about the challenges of rebuilding, emphasizing the importance of taking small, manageable steps and leaning on support networks—sometimes from unexpected sources.

Her message is one of resilience: progress does not come all at once, but through consistent effort, patience, and the willingness to keep moving forward.

A Conversation that Resonates

Episode 11 stands out as one of the more personal conversations in the Eye on the Industry series—offering practical guidance for practice owners while also addressing the emotional realities of leadership and change.

🎧 Listen to Eye on the Industry – Episode 11: Succession Planning, Tragedy & Rebuilding at Any Age with Dr. Diana Monea wherever you get your podcasts.

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May 4, 2026May 4, 2026

opti Unveils New Campaign Direction Ahead of 2027 Show

opti has announced a new campaign direction for its 2027 edition, introducing the claim “See. Hear. Next.” as part of a broader repositioning of the international trade show for optics and design.

According to the organizers, the updated concept is intended to reflect developments across the optical industry, including design trends, smart eyewear, technological innovation, and the growing convergence of optics and hearing acoustics.

The new campaign language is built around three themes. “See.” points to vision, precision, and perspective. “Hear.” reflects the increasing connection between optics and hearing care. “Next.” is meant to signal the sector’s next stage of development, from product and technology advances to the emergence of a new generation of professionals.

In a statement, Cathleen Kabashi, Director of opti, said the updated campaign is designed to help visitors navigate the trade show while also highlighting the people, ideas, and technologies shaping the future of the industry.

Organizers said curated content, new formats, and digital offerings are expected to play a larger role in helping attendees identify relevant themes, contacts, and business opportunities.

The new campaign will be introduced gradually over the coming months ahead of opti 2027, which is scheduled to take place in Munich from January 29 to 31, 2027.

Source: opti

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May 4, 2026May 4, 2026

Myopia Profile Introduces New Myopia Control Product Guide for Families

Myopia Profile announces the launch of a new Myopia Control Product Compendium on its consumer-facing site MyKidsVision.org. The resource offers families a centralized, evidence-based guide to childhood myopia treatments, offering clear guidance to help parents and caregivers navigate the growing range of options for their children.

“As the number of myopia control options grows, many parents are feeling overwhelmed by the choices available,” said Dr. Kate Gifford, co-founder of Myopia Profile. “Eye care professionals (ECPs) are fielding more questions from parents, who are becoming increasingly savvy about their children’s eye health. We’re also noticing more discussions in online forums as families seek information on their own. The goal of the Myopia Control Product Compendium is to help parents navigate this information, provide clear guidance, and make the research less overwhelming.”

Building on the success of the practitioner-facing Product Compendium on MyopiaProfile.com, the new consumer guide translates clinical insight into accessible, parent-friendly language. The content is structured to support awareness and informed conversations, offering clear, age-specific guidance from toddlers to young adults. Feedback and engagement from thousands of ECPs, parents, and patients helped shape the platform, ensuring it meets the needs of families seeking reliable, evidence-based information.

The Product Compendium is organized across six categories of myopia management: spectacles, soft contact lenses, orthokeratology (ortho-k), atropine, light therapies, and instruments & software. In addition, newly developed “Parents’ Guide” articles provide concise overviews of each treatment type and relevant diagnostic technologies, helping families understand how treatments work and what benefits they may offer. These resources are intentionally non-comparative and designed to be neutral across all treatment modalities and practice settings, ensuring they do not imply preference for one approach over another or disadvantage any clinical setting.

The Myopia Control Product Compendium is now live at www.mykidsvision.org/products.

Source: Myopia Profile

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April 30, 2026April 29, 2026

Ensuring Improved Access to Care Through Optimization of Optometric Scope

The Canadian Association of Optometrists (CAO) is working with governments across Canada to ensure that optometrists can practice to the full scope of their education and training.

Scope of practice decisions in health care should be grounded in core principles: what a profession is formally educated and assessed to do through accredited programs, and what can be delivered safely and effectively to patients.

Across Canada, provincial regulators are reviewing safe additions to optometrists’ authorized procedures. CAO supports open and transparent consultation processes about these additions, including public consultations where all stakeholders can participate. However, scope of practice decisions should be guided by evidence, accredited education, and regulatory standards. While other professions may provide perspectives, they should not be the basis for determining another profession’s scope.

As eye health and vision care needs grow – the result of an aging population, rising rates of chronic disease, and increasing pressure on specialist services – it is critical that regulatory frameworks align with the competencies of health professionals. Optometrists are highly trained in the diagnosis and management of eye disease, including in-office procedures that are part of their accredited education and training.

“As research, technology advances, and clinical care continue to evolve, so too do the scopes of health professions, ensuring that patients benefit from the most current evidence and approaches to care,” said Dr. Allison Scott, President of the CAO. “This makes it possible for optometrists to provide more routine, in-office procedures, thereby improving access to safe, high quality, timely care for Canadians.”

Source: Canadian Association of Optometrists

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