Based on your prescription, frame selection, and lifestyle needs, our doctors can recommend the best lens materials for you. Here is a quick guide on some of the materials you may hear about at your upcoming appointment. Plastic Lenses Plastic lenses are one of the most commonly prescribed due to their comfort, durability, and impact resistance. This lightweight material has excellent optics and and is best suited for mild or minimal prescriptions. Polycarbonate Lenses Thinner and lighter than plastic, polycarbonate (impact-resistant) lenses are shatter-proof and provide 100% UV protection, making them the optimal choice for kids and active adults. They’re also ideal for strong prescriptions since they do not add thickness when correcting vision, minimizing any distortion. |
Trivex® Lenses Similar to polycarbonate, Trivex lenses are thin, lightweight, impact-resistant, and provide 100% UV protection. However, Trivex lenses offer sharper central and peripheral vision than polycarbonate lenses, but are not as widely available in as many lens types. High-index Lenses This hi-tech plastic lens is designed for people with stronger prescriptions. Vision can be corrected with less material, making the lens much thinner, lighter, and more comfortable for long-term wear. |
No one sees the world quite like you, and it may take a new pair of lenses to help you see your best. Luckily there are plenty of lens options to choose from, so you can see the world with clarity and comfort. Here’s a quick guide to help you find lenses that suit your lifestyle. Single Vision Single vision lenses can help if you have trouble seeing up close or far away, and can correct astigmatisms. Today’s lenses are also digitally surfaced and your eye doctor can take specific measurements to optimize your lenses for your unique visual needs. Think of it as the difference between buying a suit off the rack, or having one perfectly tailored according to your measurements. Progressive You can say goodbye to bifocals thanks to progressive lenses which can help you see clearly both near and far, and at distances in between with a seamless transition. Unlike bifocals, these lenses don’t have a line separating near and distance prescriptions providing a sleek and youthful look. Computer Vision If you spend the majority of your work day on the computer, you could benefit from task-specific lenses like computer vision lenses which provide you with an optimal prescription when working on the computer. |
Lens Enhancements After selecting your lens type, you can customize your lenses further with lens enhancements. Lens enhancements perform a variety of functions such as protecting your lenses from scratches, reducing reflection and smudges, protecting your eyes against UV rays, and reducing blue light exposure. Anti-reflective (AR) Coating Nix glare with this clear lens coating which can also help reduce smudging and scratches. Light-reactive Lenses Also known as photochromic lenses, these lenses quickly darken in sunlight and turn clear again indoors, providing comfort, clarity, UV protection, and blue-light reduction in any environment. Blue Light Reduction Blue light enhancements help reduce exposure to high-energy blue light emitted by many of today’s digital devices. This helps to alleviate eye strain due to exposure. A blue light coating on your lens can offer relief from sore, irritated, tired eyes while working, cramming, e-reading, or binge-watching. Learn more about the effects of blue light on your eyes. |
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