Lens Technology

Smart contact lenses can be used to correct vision, monitor the health of the user, and flag and treat diseases for patients diagnosed with chronic health conditions such as glaucoma and diabetes.

The RayOne Galaxy and Galaxy Toric IOL will launch at this year's ESCRS Congress in Barcelona, Spain.

The new smart glasses utilize artificial intelligence to visually assist those with age-related macular degeneration and other retinal disorders causing vision loss.

A majority of the 1000 survey participants stated that they are concerned about the eye health of their children, particularly those between 4 and 9 years old.

The quality of options for patients has improved in recent years.

Technological advancements may improve treatment options.

The French study found that a complete capsular removal seemed to be the safer option for pediatric patients with Marfan syndrome in terms of risk of retinal detachment.

A team of Chinese researchers have been working on a way to continuously and more comfortably detect these tiny fluctuations in pressure, such as contact lenses that transmit signals to receptor glasses.

The Diffusion Optics Technology, or DOT 0.2, works by utilizing thousands of light scattering elements to mimic natural contrast on the retina, which can slow myopia progression in child, according to the company.

The new technology, tailored to creative professionals, reduces the light that passes through the lens without reducing the color of light that is transmitted.

The IOL launch is the company’s second market debut in less than 12 months.

What axial length readings and crystalline lens power tell you.

Davis Corley, CEO of Neurolens, outlines the importance a new study that show statistically significant improvement of headaches with the use of Neurolens.

Charles Leclercq, CEO of ARxVision, outlines the conception of ARxVIsion's collaboration with Seeing AI and NaviLens apps, and details the popular uses for the headset so far.

The ARx Gen 1.5 wearable headset will be integrating the 2 apps in part of a pilot program providing a hands-free visual assistant service.

According to the company, its Virtual Eye Pro features improve visual field testing for practice and patients.

Prevent Blindness and the American Optometric Association have released resources and educational information to help the public and eye care providers prepare for the astronomical event on April 8.

The new Focused inSights report tracks trends in eyeglasses frames preferences, with factors such as sustainability, technology, and online versus in-person shopping impacting purchasing habits.

This year’s conference, held from March 14-17, will be its last in New York City.

The online eyewear retailer has partnered with Meta, US Vision, and PPG through its new Zenni Business platform.

Building confidence and knowledge can reduce office visits and increase results.

The lens technology was found to have improved headache symptoms.

The Vision Council's CEO Ashley Mills previews a nostalgic year for Vision Expo East, as it celebrates and looks back on almost 40 years in New York.

Eric Fazio, OD, sits down with Optometry Times to weigh the pros and cons of EVO ICLs and LASIK and the role comanagement plays in the decision.

The new prescription lens series, which transition faster while keeping out UVA and UVB rays, will be available in April 2024.

Shamir unveils a new electro-optic measurement system that utilizes artificial intelligence and over 10 different cameras to measure pupillary distance, and announces a partnership renewal with BWT Alpine F1 Team.

Walmart takes virtual try-ons to the next level by integrating augmented reality into its website and app for customers to try out prescription glasses frames virtually.

The European companies are collaborating in part of a strategic distribution partnership before the eProgressive smart glasses are available to the public later this year. The smart glasses use switchable lens technology to provide ease and comfort to patients needing progressive lenses.

The smart contact lens is designed to offer a non-invasive solution for patients suffering from keratoconus, corneal irregularities, photophobia, and presbyopia.

Shalu Pal, BSc, OD, FAAO, chats about fitting soft, gas permeable, scleral, and hybrid lenses based on her AAOpt ACE course she presented alongside her ACE course, "Multifocal Fitting Tips for Soft, GP, Scleral and Hybrid Lenses," which she presented alongside Melissa Barnett, OD, FAAO, FSLS, FBCLA.