There are quite literally several hundred progressive lens designs available on the market. Yes, you read that right.
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You Pick Your Prescription
Most people are unaware of this basic tenet of the Optical Industry...You choose your own prescription! I know it, it sounds preposterous to think this could be, but at it's most basic that's what's happening. Think about it. You are asked to choose which you like better (1 or 2, A or B). But even … Continue reading You Pick Your Prescription
A Little Explanation on Progressive Lenses
There is a common misconception amongst patients which I've come across many many times. The vast majority of patients are under the impression that there is only one progressive lens. This has been in great part due to a failure amongst all eye care professionals to explain the choices for fit. At this time there … Continue reading A Little Explanation on Progressive Lenses
The Doctor isn’t Always Right
Typically, when a patient is handed off to the optician, a conversation has already happened between doctor and patient establishing some detail on what type of visual needs are to be addressed with new glasses (or contacts) and what recommendations the doctor might have for the patient. The vast majority of the time, this doctor/patient … Continue reading The Doctor isn’t Always Right
THE OPTICAL JEDI: A GUIDE TO THE MYSTERIES OF GLASSES 