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Frame of Reference
When patients are looking for the best possible visual acuity (VA) in a bifocal or multifocal contact lens, gas permeable (GP) lenses should be among the first options offered, not the last, according to Michael S. Gzik, FCLSA, NCLE, COT.
“GP lenses have always offered excellent VA, and manufacturing advances have led to GP multifocals that fit more comfortably than ever before,” said Gzik, optician and contact lens practitioner at New York Optometric, Syracuse, NY. » More
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DISPENSING NEWS
St. Louis—Eye care practitioners (ECPs) whose patients resort to online vendors for eyewear purchases may want to verify the optical properties of the product, as one recent study showed that nearly half of all glasses (44.8 percent) ordered through the Internet had incorrect prescriptions or did not meet the physical parameters to provide sufficient protection to the wearer. » More |
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Eye care practitioners (ECPs) are encouraged to examine contact lens case cleaning, hand washing and rubbing, and rinsing at aftercare examinations, especially in young male wearers to improve compliance. » More |
INDUSTRY NEWS
Norwalk, CT—Many exhibitors at this year’s International Vision Expo West reported that this was the best show they have had in years, despite a slight dip in attendance. The show, which was held Sept. 21-25 at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas, pulled in 12,359 eye care professionals (ECPs), according to preliminary, unaudited data. That’s down 436 attendees from the 2010 audited figures. » More |
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St. Louis—The American Optometric Association (AOA) in partnership with the American Academy of Optometry (AAO) announced the launch of a consumer-friendly contact lens safety Web site (www.contactlenssafety.org), which aims to become a one-stop resource for contact lens safety, said Thomas Quinn, Jr., OD, AOA CLCS Council Member. » More |
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Jacksonville, FL—The ODLean program at The Vision Care Institute has launched its own Facebook page. Eye care professionals who follow the page will find commentary, key learnings, and industry trends from ODLean experts on the topics of productivity, marketing, and patient experience. » More |
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Alexandria, VA—Registration for The Vision Council’s 2012 Executive Summit opened Nov. 1. The meeting, which will be held at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami, Jan. 25-27, will offer a one-of-a-kind opportunity to network, share ideas, and glean information on industry trends. » More |
LATEST PRODUCTS
Newport Beach, CA—Keanon Polarized launched its 2011 Anniversary Collection, in celebration of its 10-year anniversary. The Collection includes eight unique styles that pay tribute to the past decade, each featuring Keanon’s patented SR-91 polarized lens technology, housed in lightweight, performance-fit frames. » More |
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Danbury, CT—Eschenbach introduces The MenasLUX, a compact, illuminated stand magnifier that provides 3x (12D) magnification in a contemporary design. The MenasLUX incorporates a unique meniscus/aspheric lens design measuring 63mm (2.5 in) in diameter that combines the benefit of a bright field magnifier with the benefit of higher magnification. » More |
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Grapevine, TX—Pro Fit Optix has introduced a unique stand-alone terminal that functions as a fitting and measuring device, as well as a point-of-purchase marketing vehicle. SmartEyePix measures monocular PD and near convergence, fitting heights, pantoscopic angle, vertex, wrap and takes frame dimension measurements in one consultation. » More |
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