Lens Technology

The study found that the prosthetic replacement of the ocular surface ecosystem lenses were well tolerated in the delivery of non-preserved cyclosporine 0.05%.

Kerry Giedd, OD, MS, FAAO, was 1 of 20 investigators around the country for a study evaluating the daily disposable contact lens.

Gromacki, OD, FAAO, FSLS, emphasizes that corneal GP lenses remain an important part of a contact lens specialist's armamentarium

In a study, a xenon slide illuminator was employed to mimic natural outdoor colors, allowing researchers to test brightness perception using a brightness-matching method, explains Billy R. Hammond.

The weekly drug-eluting contact lens was created by the company’s proprietary 3D printing technology and met all primary end points with no serious adverse events reported in either cohort.

Broad commercial availability of the lens is expected in the beginning of January 2025.

Tips for talking to patients about sun protection.

The enVista Envy IOL offers a full range of vision, and 86% of patients in clinical trial reported little or no trouble with dysphotopsia.

The TECNIS Odyssey IOL is a new full vision range IOL built on the TECNIS platform.

Transitions was presented the award in the Vision category at SILMO 2024 in Paris, France.

The lenses have been shown to filter up to 97% of blue, red, and amber light and allows over 70% of soothing green light through.

The National High Traffic Safety Administration states that “nighttime driving is inherently challenging due to decreased visibility."

The new, non-diffractive IOLs are the second generation of BVI’s ISOPURE premium monofocal IOL that was launched in 2019.

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.

Gromacki shares the importance of a dedicated approach to treating keratoconus, highlighting the need for passion, diverse tools, and a committed practice environment to ensure patient success.

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.

William Reindel, OD, discusses how pupil size affects fit and comfort in multifocal contact lens wearers.

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.

Neda Shamie, MD, previews a collaborative day packed with guest speakers, discussions on advanced patient care, and hands-on labs.