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Lens Information

First Look Opticians offers a wide selection of lens options including a variety of lens materials, lens enhancements and lens designs.

Lens Materials include:


Plastic: More impact resistant than glass, easier to tint, and lighter in weight
Polycarbonate: Impact resistant, lightweight and comfortable. Provides
maximum protection as safety or sports glasses.

Glass: Although it is twice the weight of plastic, glass is scratch resistant
and provides distinct clarity.

Photocromic: Available in either plastic or glass, it transitions from almost
clear indoors to various shades of darkness outdoors.

High Index: This ultrathin lightweight lens provides the most benefit for
moderate to high prescriptions.

Lens Enhancements include:

Anti-Reflective Coatings: Enhances the appearance and reduces reflection
on lenses. Maximizes night vision and reduces eye strain.

Polarized: Eliminates reflective glare from sun, water, snow and other
surfaces. Superior to ordinary sunglasses.

Tint: Protects light sensitive eyes. Tints are available in many colors and
shades.

UV Coating: Blocks up to 100% of potentially harmful ultraviolet light
without changing the lens’ appearance.

Scratch Resistance Coating: Increases durability and resistance to scratches
when applied to plastic and polycarbonate lenses.

Lens Designs include:

Single Vision: Provides one power or single vision correction (distance or
near).

Bifocal and Trifocal: Provides correction for up-close, mid-range and
distance.

Progressive: Provides correction for up-close, mid-range, and distance with
no lines separating the powers of correction.