PROGRESSIVE (No Line Bifocals): These lenses provide all the benefits of bifocals but add the feature of continuous clear vision at all distances, including mid-range distance (arm’s length). Progressives have the cosmetic advantage of appearing to be single vision lenses so they never reveal the user wears bifocals. Progressives are available in all lens materials. Because of their many benefits, they are becoming the lens of choice for bifocal and trifocal wearers.

SINGLE VISION LENSES: Single vision lenses function as all purpose glasses for persons who have normal accommodation. Persons who normally wear bifocals or trifocals can use single vision for distance or near lenses. Single vision lenses can also function as occupational glasses for certain types of work. Single vision lenses are available in all lens materials.

FLAT TOP BIFOCALS: This is the most popular bifocal form and is available with the bifocal portion made in a variety of widths to help with various close up occupations. Flat top bifocals are made in every type of lens material and, of all bifocals, offer the largest area of optically pure vision.

TRIFOCALS: Trifocals come in a variety of designs. Flat top trifocals are the most widely used form. The added segment provides clear vision at arm’s length distance, the area that is usually blurred for bifocal wearers. Trifocals are available in all lens materials.

OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Many occupations impose demanding visual requirements on those who wear bifocals or trifocals. Special occupational designs are available to solve these special needs. If the visual requirement of your job falls into this category, let us know and we’ll explain what will work best for your individual needs.

COMPUTER GLASSES: There are a variety of options for those who use computers. These include special filters and anti-reflection coatings.

SPORTS GLASSES: All sorts of special lens designs are available for the special needs of sports enthusiasts. Polycarbonate is usually the material of choice for active sports.

ANTI-REFLECTIVE COATINGS: Special antireflective coatings are now available for spectacle lenses, much like those used for fine camera lenses. These coatings are particularly effective for reducing eye fatigue for computer operators and anyone driving at night. And, of course, AR lenses enhance appearance by removing all distracting reflections. As an added benefit, the Anti-Reflective coated lenses that we work with carry a 2-year scratch warranty.

TINTS: Many lens materials can be tinted, but hard resin can be tinted more easily and is usually done in-house. Tints are available in many color choices, in both sun tints and cosmetic tints. Tints are available in solid or gradient versions.

MIRRORED COATINGS: Mirrored coated lenses give a shimmery appearance to clear lenses, or a metallic or colored mirror effect on sunlenses.

TDII: TDII is a super-tough coating that can be added to most lenses. It is great for kids' glasses or anyone who is "hard on glasses". TDII carries a 2-year scratch warranty.

ALL OF OUR LENS PRICES INCLUDE A SCRATCH PROTECTION COATING AND ULTRAVIOLET PROTECTION (UV) AT NO EXTRA CHARGE.

POLYCARBONATE and TRIVEX: Polycarbonate and Trivex lenses are the most impact resistant lenses available and are always the lens of choice for young people and active patients. If you are at risk from flying objects or physical impacts at work or at play, these are the best choice for you.

HARD RESIN (Plastic): Conventional hard resin lenses are half the weight of glass lenses and can be tinted to almost any color and density. Hard resin lenses are more easily scratched than glass, but have a scratch protection applied at no extra charge. These lenses are the most popular and can usually be made in about an hour.

LIGHTER, THINNER LENSES: Modern technology has created lenses the bend light differently so that stronger corrections are thinner than when mode in conventional materials. Such lenses are called “high index” and stronger corrections are more attractive because they are slimmer.

GLASS: For years glass was the only lens material available and glass still offers superior optics. Glass is the most scratch-resistant material; the disadvantages of glass are its weight, (generally twice the weight of hard resin) and the fact that it can shatter more easily.

PHOTOCHROMIC: These are lenses that darken as you go from indoors to outdoors. They are available in both glass and lightweight hard resin. They darken to a moderate shade of gray or brown. Ask an optician for a demonstration of photosensitive lenses.

POLARIZED SUN LENSES: These are exciting sunglasses the eliminate reflected glare. They are especially appropriate for drivers, fishermen, hunters, and all types of outdoor activities. Most of the nicer sunglass lines like Maui Jim and Costa del Mar feature polarized lenses.