EssilorLuxottica Hosts Clinical Conference in Melbourne Focusing on Myopia, Dry Eye and AI Glasses

EssilorLuxottica convened over 200 eyecare professionals in Melbourne for its 2026 Clinical Conference. The event addressed myopia management, dry eye conditions, presbyopia, and the role of Ray Ban Meta AI glasses for low-vision patients. Dr Björn Drobe detailed 45 years of Essilor’s translational myopia research, noting a 1982 study where progressive lenses reduced refractive progression by 46% compared to controls. He highlighted current Highly Aspherical Lenslet technology and Essilor Stellest lenses, which now have seven-year clinical data. Dr Kate Gifford presented evidence from more than 80 papers supporting Stellest across various visual functions and patient demographics. Panel discussions focused on translating emerging scientific evidence into everyday clinical practice, including treatment selection and family engagement strategies.