Objective:

To explore the underutilization of multifocal contact lenses and their potential benefits for myopia management and presbyopia correction, focusing on specific challenges and opportunities.

Key Findings:

• Only 12% of practitioners utilize multifocal contact lenses, with rigid GP lenses prescribed in just 1% of cases, indicating a significant opportunity for improvement.
• Rigid multifocal lenses provide better visual outcomes for patients with astigmatism compared to soft multifocal lenses, suggesting a need for greater awareness.
• Pupil size affects visual performance and may influence the effectiveness of multifocal lenses in managing myopia, highlighting the importance of individualized care.

Interpretation:

The findings suggest a need for increased education and confidence among practitioners regarding the benefits of multifocal lenses, particularly rigid designs, to better meet diverse patient needs.

Limitations:

• The study does not address the long-term outcomes of multifocal lens use in myopia management, which could impact the overall assessment of their effectiveness.
• Potential biases in practitioner experience and patient acceptance were not explored, which may affect the generalizability of the findings.

Conclusion:

Practitioners have an opportunity to enhance patient care by tailoring multifocal lens prescriptions to individual visual needs, particularly for those with complex corneal conditions, through education and personalized fitting strategies.