Contact Lenses/Eye Wear News

A catenary curve-based, extended depth of focus multifocal contact lens provided full functional vision range, under naturally varying conditions, for older adults with advanced presbyopia, according to a study in Clinical Ophthalmology.

Stephen Nedoroscik first rose to fame as “the pommel horse guy” during the Paris Olympics, after which he went viral on social media and recently made his dancing debut on season 31 of “Dancing with the Stars.”

October is Contact Lens Safety Month, a time to educate the public about proper use and care of both prescription and cosmetic contact lenses, according to Prevent Blindness.

Thermal cooling rate and noninvasive tear breakup time significantly predicted contact lens-induced dry eye, according to a study published in Optometry and Vision Science.

The American Optometric Association has provided a resource of frequently asked questions and other important details about the updated Eyeglass Rule, which goes into effect Sept. 24.

LAS VEGAS — From the front desk to the dispensary, eye care practice staff should work together to support patients as they embark on contact lens wear, optician Jennifer Seymour Brusven said at Vision Expo West.

Zeiss Vision Care and Swiss startup Creal have partnered to create a digital vision care platform using Creal’s light field display technology, enabling quicker and more cost-effective diagnostic procedures.

ThinOptics, a manufacturer of ultra-slim reading glasses, has launched its Prescription on Demand service for purchase of customized prescription eye wear online, the company announced in a press release.

There has been a lot of buzz recently around the new optometry subspecialty of myopia management.

Eyenavision and Avulux have launched Chemistrie Avulux, an eyeglass clip-on option for people with migraines and light sensitivity.