Lenses

Single Vision - This all purpose lens is available in all materials, and can be used for either distance or near vision correction. To see clearly in the distance and close up, two pairs of eyeglasses may be needed.

Bifocals - Yes, Ben Franklin created the bifocal lens, providing both far and near correction in one lens. Most bifocals will have a visible dividing line on the lens, and do not correct for intermediate vision (looking at the dashboard of a car).

Trifocals - Trifocals are bifocal lenses with a third mid-range area. The majority of the lens is for distance viewing, while the center and bottom of the lens is divided into intermediate and near viewing segments. Trifocals have two visible dividing lines.

Varilux X Progressives - Progressive lenses correct for far (driving), intermediate (viewing the dashboard), and near (reading a map) vision all in one lens. Progressive lenses offer the most "natural" vision of all the multifocals. Progressive lenses have no visible dividing lines and have the appearance of single vision lenses...therefore, they are also the most cosmetically desirable. Progressive lenses come in many lens material options - all of them scratch resistant. Most patients will find progressive lenses to be their best choice for a multifocal.

Materials

High Index Lenses - 
High index lenses can reduce the weight and thickness compared to old fashioned lenses - sometimes by as much as 50% ! High index lenses can also give better clarity and vision. 

Polycarbonate Lenses - Polycarbonate is a type of high index plastic (thinner and lighter) and is also the most impact resistant of all the lens materials. Polycarbonate is recommended for anyone playing sports, or engaging in any activity where eye protection is a must. ALL children and ALL patients with vision in one eye only should consider polycarbonate as their best choice of lens material.

Transition Lenses - Transition lenses are a popular lens option. Transition lenses will be virtually clear indoors and at night, yet quickly turn a dark sunglass color in bright sun. Transition lenses come in all lens materials and formats, block harmful UV light, and are scratch resistant. While transistion lenses are incredibly versatile, they do not darken appreciably in vehicles.

Lens Treatments

Crizal Anti-Reflective Treatments -
These clear treatments are a modern miracle - they reduce 99% of the glare and reflections from the surface of your eyeglass lenses. The latest in no-glare lenses block out UV and the damaging portion of blue light. Some blue light spectrum has been proven to contribute to some eye diseases, as well as upsetting our natural circadian (sleep) rhythms. Blocking this damaging part of blue light is especially important today, as many or our technological devices emit some of the damaging blue light. No-glare lenses allow virtually all the light to pass through the lens rather than having some bounce off the lens. More light entering your eyes helps improve visual acuity and reduces eye fatigue. These modern treatments are easy to clean and care for, and are especially helpful for night driving and computer use. One additional benefit to these treatments is cosmetic. With no reflections from your lens surface, lenses become less visible and tend to blend in with many of today's minimalist frame styles.

Scratch Resistant Treatments - While no lens is scratch proof, all lenses are now available with hardened scratch resistant treatments...extra protection for your investment. 

Uniquely yours

Sunglasses - Today sunglasses offer great protection in frame styles that were never before possible. Advances in lens technology allow us to selectively choose the proper color for your particular needs.

All of our sunglasses block 100% of damaging UV light, and we offer specific colors that can enhance contrast and reduce eye fatigue. While polarized lenses can be a great aid for boaters and fishermen, there are new lens options that can help just about anyone who does anything outdoors.

Computer Glasses - Today, there are several great choices for those of us that use computers! If you view a computer screen for more than two hours a day, you could benefit from a specialized computer lens...giving clear, restful vision to the computer screen and the immediate vicinity.

Sports Glasses - Safety is the key...and sports glasses provide the most impact resistant lenses and frames available. Anyone who participates in sports needs to consider the eye protection that only dedicated sports eyeglasses can provide. Some sport organizations now mandate that all students playing organized sports wear a certified sports eyeglass frame with polycarbonate safety lenses. Sports glasses are available in several designs and colors.

Specialty Glasses - We do have Rx ski goggles, swimming goggles, and shooting glasses. Need a wrap around sunglass for when you're on your motorcycle? Let us design the perfect eyeglasses just for you.