The only way to know if progressive lenses will work for you is to try them and see how your eyes adjust. If you don’t adapt after two weeks, your optometrist may need to adjust the strength in your lens. If problems continue, a bifocal lens might be a better fit for you.
How do I identify Varilux lenses?
How do I know that I have genuine Varilux lenses? Varilux lenses are supplied from the manufacturing laboratory with a Varilux lenses Certificate of Authenticity (COA) card. If you do not receive a COA card with your Varilux lenses, please consult your eyecare professional.
What is the difference between Varilux lenses and progressive lenses?
Varilux S Series provides all of the benefits of other Varilux lens designs while virtually eliminating the “off-balance” feeling sometimes experienced by progressive lens wearers. Varilux S Series lenses also eliminate distortion and provide greater edge-to-edge clarity than any other progressive lens.
What are the different levels of progressive lenses?
There are several different types of progressive lenses, including:
- Computer progressive lenses.
- Premium progressive lenses.
- Ground-view progressive lenses.
- Standard progressive lenses.
- Short corridor progressive lenses.
- Transition progressive lenses.
Are there different grades of progressive lenses?
Your glasses need to feel right and function well for your needs. There are several different types of progressive lenses, including: Computer progressive lenses. Premium progressive lenses.
Is Varilux and Essilor the same?
Varilux is a brand name belonging to Essilor International, a producer of corrective lenses. The progressive lens is characterized by correcting near, intermediate and far vision.
What brand of progressive lenses does visionworks use?
Many optometrists and opticians also recommend that when you purchase progressive lenses you should buy the best the optical store has to offer. We recommend MyFocal HD Progressive lenses (sold exclusively at Visionworks) or one of the best Varilux brands.
What is the minimum lens height for progressive lenses?
28-30mm
The minimum fitting height for progressive lenses is 28-30mm. This will allow proper room in each part of the lens so that you can see your best, whether you’re driving or using your computer.
What size frames are best for progressive lenses?
Lens shape is important, too. Progressive wearers should avoid aviators and cat-eyes because both can cut off the bottom portion of the prescription, resulting in a loss of reading vision. Instead, they should look for shorter frames with rounded edges such as horn-rimmed, retro wingtip, circular, and oval ones.
