Lenses
As one of the largest independent practices on the Fylde, we are able to source the most suitable lenses for you, from basic plastic (CR39) to the thinnest “hi-index” lenses. We have no restrictions to sourcing any lens from a wide range of quality manufacturers (including Rodenstock, Nikon, Essilor & Zeiss) so if it’s right for you we’ll source it for you.
All lenses and frames are fitted by qualified Dispensing Opticians and every spectacle lens is specifically matched to your eyes and your visual needs. White, tinted in any colour, photochromic, plastic or glass - we offer them all.
For that little bit extra we are also a Rodenstock ‘Platinum’ Club member and a Varilux Specialist optician, therefore we have the expertise and knowledge to fit progressive (varifocal) lenses from a huge portfolio from the leading manufacturer.
What’s more we have recently implemented the new state-of-the-art Impression Freesign® technology that allows us to take detailed photographs of you and your glasses, how they sit on your face and how you wear them along with your preferences for visual performance and what you need the lenses for. This information is then used to digitally surface a lens giving a tailor made varifocal unique to you. This gives us a greater degree of accuracy then ever before helping you to see better and clearer in all your daily tasks.
Most spectacle lenses benefit from the addition of “reflection free” coatings which virtually eliminate distracting reflections from the lens surfaces. Reducing reflected light is particularly helpful for computer users and for night driving. Reflection free coatings also improve the cosmetic appearance of your glasses and can make thick lenses look thinner. It is usually combined with a scratch-resistant layer to protect against damage and prolong the lens life. If you need high-powered lenses you can improve the weight and appearance of your glasses with special lens materials and designs. High-index materials and aspheric designs mean that lenses can now be made thinner, lighter and better looking than traditional lens types. High-index materials make lenses for short sight thinner, while aspheric designs that minimise the amount of material make lenses for long sight both thinner and lighter.
The simple choice of spectacle frame shape and design can also have an impact on how thick your lenses are, therefore it is essential that you get the right advice for both frame and lenses to maximise the look of your glasses. Our qualified professionals can offer that advice. It is sometimes not possible to find one pair of spectacles which is equally good for every application or for every wearer. Ask for advice! Even the best glasses can only provide their optimum function if the lenses are really perfectly fitted in front of the eyes. If the fit of the frame on the face is not adjusted - as is the case with ready-mades - the eyes may be subjected to increased strain and there may be incompatibility with the lenses.
We will offer quality solutions for every prescription lens requirement and provide you with a portfolio of products that is unsurpassed.
