SPOTLIGHT -
March 10th 2023
A look back on what's happened in optometry during the week of March 3-March 9.
March 8th 2023
In Atlanta, Georgia, the OIS @ SECO Innovation Showcase highlighted the best and the brightest optometric and ophthalmic drugs, therapies, and tech we hope to see come to fruition.
March 6th 2023
Lessons learned during 30 years in the industry.
March 1st 2023
First 1-Day Lens that combines DigitalBoost and Aquaform technologies designed to deliver comfort for ‘always on’ digital lifestyles
January 20th 2023
A look back on what's happened in optometry during the week of Jan. 14-Jan. 19.
Small aperture IOL technology offers benefits to patients, optometrists
Individuals often have questions about their candidacy for certain implants and how the various mechanisms of action work.
CooperVision expands plastic neutrality initiative
Company magnifies impact of sustainability program as it celebrates milestone: 100 million plastic bottles prevented from reaching Earth’s oceans
Shamir releases Glacier PLUS™ Metaform™ coating on Transitions™ Signature® GEN 8 Brown and Grey
The patented AR lens coating creates thinner, stronger lenses than the alternative, and is now available to patients who love Transitions lenses.
Zeiss Vision unveils ClearView Single Vision lenses
The lens giant pairs precision vision of freeform-optimized lenses with the cost benefit of standard single vision lenses.
Vision care includes dry eye care
Diagnosing and treating dry eye and meibomian gland dysfunction can be the foundation for practice growth—and patient satisfaction.
Identifying contoured prism lens patients
An increase in screen time has led to a rise in binocular vision disorders.
Getting started: methods of initial scleral lens selection
Consider 2 approaches when fitting patients.
Higher-order aberration correction with scleral lenses
When considering the best modality these lenses' stability are superior.
Study: Neurolenses significantly impact reading speed
Results from a parallel arm study suggest opportunity to expand on visual performance and productivity improvement.
In-eye testing begins for first AR-based, smart contact lens
Mojo Vision's CEO Drew Perkins announced last week that he became the first, and currently only, person to wear the latest prototype of Mojo Lens, an augmented reality-based contact lens.
Battery-free, smart contact lens delivers glaucoma drugs
Investigators from the Sun Yay-Sen University in Guangzhou have created a theranostic device that targets sensing rising fluid pressures within the eye to automatically deliver medication for a glaucoma patient.
Researchers test 3D-printed, self-moisturizing contact lens
Researchers are investigating a 3D-printed self-moisturizing contact lens that could be a catalyst for the development of next-generation contact lens-based medical devices.
New 24-month data finds myopia control efficacy in spectacle lenses
Interim data findings on spectacles using SightGlass Vision Diffusion Optics Technology were presented at ARVO 2022.
Shamir Insight announces executive leadership updates
Changes in three new positions took effect this month.
Shamir Optical partners with Blink Technologies
As part of its partnership, Shamir will provide insight and expertise for sales development, customer service, as well as research and development
Shamir Group employees provide aid to Ukrainian refugees in Warsaw
Shamir goes mobile, volunteering mobile laboratories to test and fit eyeglasses for Ukrainian refugees.
FDA approves STAAR Surgical’s EVO Visian ICL for myopia
US commercialization of EVO will begin immediately in select cities across the country.
New optical lens coating is ‘self-cleaning’ and anti-fogging
Breakthrough film technology stops lenses from fogging faster than the blink of an eye
Topcon introduces SOLOS Automatic Lens Analyzer
SOLOS is automatic lens analyzer that enables advanced, accurate, and efficient lens analysis with one button touch.
FDA approves Johnson & Johnson's Acuvue Theravision with Ketotifen contact lens
Daily disposable contact lenses combine with an established antihistamine for the world's first drug-eluting contact lenses.
Essilor promotes new Crizal lens coating in the UK
The new anti-reflective lens coating outperforms its predecessors by up to 70%
Shamir and Alpine extend esports strategic partnership
Shamir joined the Alpine in May 2021 in partnership with Alpine F1 Team to enhance the visual quality and safety of its race team members.
Welcoming myopia modalities into optometric practice
Incorporate management of disease as the new standard of care.
Shamir Insight launches two new, updated lens innovations
The optical technology company announced two updates to their product line.
5 tips to help block blue light in an increasingly remote world
As consistent use of digital devices remains a fact of life for people of virtually all ages, consider this expert advice