Lenses & Coatings

Selecting the right frame size for progressive lenses is crucial for optimal vision and comfort. While larger frames may provide…

A sudden improvement in vision where you need your eyeglasses less or not at all can be unexpected, especially for…

Medically reviewed by Courtney Dryer, OD Adjusting to a new pair of glasses may take some time, even if you…

The uncomfortable sensation of feeling cross-eyed when trying on a new pair of glasses can be confusing and can even…

Finding a solution for those with presbyopia and astigmatism requires a specialized approach, and progressive lenses have emerged as the…

Eyeglasses come in all shapes and sizes, but not just the frame selection that varies. Your lenses can be thicker…

Medically reviewed by Courtney Dryer, OD There are many different types of correction your eyes might need, so there are…

Spherical lenses are traditional, curved lenses, while aspherical lenses offer similar vision correction with a less bulky profile. There are…

Ultraviolet light is a form of radiation that is found in natural sunlight. The wavelengths of these light rays are…

Anti-glare coatings aren’t just an addition to make your eyeglasses or sunglasses look better. Anti-glare coatings can enhance your vision…

Sunglass lens tint colors are important for improvements in visual comfort and sports performance, protection for your eyes, and expression…

Technology continues to transform the eyewear industry. High-index lenses crafted from novel materials have changed how we perceive the world.…

Transitions™ lenses can be a convenient option for eyeglass wearers, but you may find that they don’t always darken as…

Transitions™ lenses are light-responsive lenses inside your prescription frames that change their tone based on the amount of UV light…

It is not as important to know how bad your eye prescription is but whether your vision can be fully…

Just like each sport requires specific equipment and attire, every athlete should have specific lenses for their designated activity. Prescription…

It can be difficult to tell when you are getting a good deal on glasses and when a deal is…

Just like any occupational field or any complex product, eyeglass lens technology is ever-changing. Today’s glasses wearers are presented with…

There are many different types of prescription lenses. How should you decide which type of prescription lens is best for…

If you are having difficulties with your new eyeglasses, it is possible that your eyeglass prescription may be incorrect, you…

Many eye symptoms and signs may indicate you need glasses. The most frequent include blurry vision, headaches, and eye fatigue.…

A cut lens being fine-tuned for a perfect fit Eyeglasses have been used to improve poor vision for hundreds of…

Prescription glasses can last from a couple to several years, depending upon the quality of the materials, how well they…

When your eyes are examined, and a new prescription is ordered to correct your vision, the last thing you might…

Difficulty driving at night is one of the most common reasons patients visit their eye doctor. Most of us find…

No-line bifocals are a type of lens for your eyeglasses that combine several types of vision support. As a specialty…

Benjamin Franklin has been credited with the invention of the bifocal as far back as 1779. Though he did not…

Most of us spend at least part of each day working on a computer or facing some other kind of…

Beginning in the 13th century, Italian monks in Murano, Italy, created magnifying lenses from a type of quartz called Beryl.…

The main difference between polarized and non-polarized sun lenses is the ability of polarized lenses to absorb incoming polarized light…

Transition lenses (also known as reactions or photochromatic lenses) are a type of glasses lens that is clear indoors and…

Transition lenses (also known as reactions or photochromatic lenses) are a type of glasses lens that is clear indoors and…

Free form Digital Progressive Lenses (FFD PALS) are Progressive lenses that are manufactured using a new digital free form technology.…

Progressive lenses, also known as multifocal lenses, allow you to see clearly at multiple distances without the distracting line that…

Okay, this is the big question of overwhelming importance for new owners of progressive lenses. There are important factors to…

Are you getting sick of constantly putting your glasses on to read, or swapping between multiple pairs of glasses to…

What Are Progressive Lenses Designed to correct near- and far-sighted vision, prgressive lenses ensure the wearer will experience a smooth…