Lens Materials Available
We take into account your overall vision requirements. You prescription, your life style, your appearance, and your comfort. There are many different types of materials and lenses on the market. Some are better for certain kinds of prescriptions, some are better for certain kinds of lifestyles. Some are recommended for working conditions, sports conditions, computer work, exercise, reading etc. The list is endless. There are just a few listed below. No one knows your eyes like your Optometrist.

CR-39 Lenses
 -which is regular plastic and inexpensive – can be quiet thick depending on your prescription

Mid Index Lenses
-  usually a little more expensive and usually thinner depending on your prescription.

High Index Lenses
– usually lighter and thinner and more expensive but will have a much thinner edge depending on prescription, than regular Plastic.

Polycarbonate Lenses
– tough industrial plastic. Very durable and impact resistant. Very light in weight but may not offer the best vision attainable.

Glass Lenses
– new glass materials are becoming available. The are tough and durable and offer good vision but are still heavy compared to plastic lenses.

Spherical Lenses
–  provide one curve to see through – throughout the lens surface

Aspheric Lenses
– provide multiple curves for better vision from center to edge of the lenses. Usually provides a thinner lens.

Scratch Coatings
– provides protection against scratching your glasses.

UV Protection
– helps provide protection against harmful UV rays.

Anti-Reflection Coatings
– helps to cut out glare especially at night and makes the appearance more attractive. Gives you that "no lens look"

Our fully trained staff will be able to help you choose whatever is best for your eyes, your vision requirements, your lifestyle. We will consult with you and make it easy for you every step of the way.