Special Feature
Leroux points to Kodak Unique Dynamic Reading
Optimization (DRO) as an exciting new technology
now available to consumers. This improves the
overall optical performance of the lens, while
significantly reducing oblique astigmatic errors in
the reading area.
The average increase in effective reading area is
17 per cent over a range of prescriptions, while the
average reduction in oblique astigmatic errors in the
reading zone is 54 per cent. For certain prescriptions,
DRO can virtually eliminate oblique astigmatism.
“The technology greatly reduces off-axis viewing,
allowing the eyes to comfortably focus in the
reading area for longer periods of time,” touts
Leroux.
DEAR PROGRESSIVES
Essilor’s Varilux series of progressive lenses are
perfectly adapted for the older demographic.
Varilux is the first progressive lens that has been
created and is celebrating its 60 years anniversary
this year.
Varilux X Series has the best of Essilor technologies
to provide not only sharp vision and smooth
transitions at any distance, but also extend the
vision within arm’s reach, so the wearers no longer
have to tilt or angle the head to find their focus.
For connected people that are spending time on
smartphones, tablets or computers, Essilor has
a specific lens called Varilux Digitime. Varilux
Digitime lenses are ergonomically designed for
digital device usage and exist in three different
versions (for ultra-near vision / near vision /
intermediate and extended vision) to suit the
wearer’s connected lifestyle. Varilux Digitime
lenses always come with a protection against
harmful blue light to protect the eyes of the
wearers in front of screens.
HIDE YOUR LINES AWAY
The folks at HOYA know that many seniors require
progressive lenses for a smooth transition between
reading, driving and all of life’s daily activities.
That’s why HOYA is very proud to offer its
progressive ‘no-line’ eyeglasses lenses, which
have a gradual curvature across the lens surface
and provide not only clearer vision at near and
far distances, but also smooth, comfortable
transitions in between.
HOYA’s ability to personalize each and every lens
means customers, for the most part, can still get
the frames they’ve been dreaming of. OP
30 Optical Prism | October 2019