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Why Don’t We Just Lenticularize Every High Plus Lens?
Why isn’t every high plus lens lenticularized for thinness? A look at why lens curvature matters more than thinness for clear, distortion-free vision.
What’s a Transposition Calculator Used for?
What is transposition, and why does it matter for your glasses? A simple breakdown of plus cylinder, minus cylinder, and how labs speak the same language.
Why Are Polycarbonate Lenses Popular?
Ever wonder why polycarbonate became the default lens material? The story involves injection molding, a scary chemical, and a 1980s legal strategy.
Can You Put the Peli Lens™ In Both Eyes?
Why Chadwick Low Vision Center fits the Peli prism lens on just one eye for hemianopia patients, and how that choice actually gives you a wider field of view.
Product Spotlight: SHAW Lens
Charlie Saccarelli explains the Shaw Lens: a smarter way to balance glasses for people whose two eyes see the world just a little differently.
How Do Drug Store Readers Compare to Custom Reading Glasses?
Drugstore readers are made for an average person, not you. Learn why pupillary distance matters, what prismatic effect is, and when it’s time to get a custom pair made for your eyes.
How Do I Know a Frame Will Fit My Face?
The numbers printed on glasses frames don’t tell you if they’ll fit your face. Learn what to measure instead, using just a ruler and a mirror.
How Do I Choose The Right Magnifier?
Learn how to choose the right magnifier for low vision, why diopters matter more than “x” ratings, and how magnification affects field of view.
What Do The Measurements Of My Eyeglasses Mean?
This is a comprehensive tour of eyeglass measurements, explaining how they translate from the frame to your face for optimal comfort and clear vision.
How Do Tints Fit Into The Broader Rehab Plan For Traumatic Brain Injury?
Learn how tinted lenses can aid in concussion and traumatic brain injury recovery by reducing visual strain and preserving energy for healing.
What Are The Benefits of Using Tinted Glasses to Manage Photophobia?
Learn how you can manage Photophobia, starting with simple solutions like hats and side shields before finding the right tinted lenses for your needs.
How Can Tinted Eyewear Help With TBI and Concussion Recovery?
Learn how tinted eyewear can be a practical solution for concussion and TBI recovery and how tinted lenses filter visual input, helping your brain heal.