Lenses

Older patients were more likely to have microbial contamination in their therapeutic contact lenses following PRK, according to a study published in Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection.

Extended depth of focus contact lenses improved near to intermediate vision while maintaining far vision, leading to higher satisfaction in individuals with presbyopia, according to a study.

Drug-loaded contact lenses for glaucoma treatment appear to demonstrate safety and effectiveness in reducing IOP, according to a systematic review published in European Journal of Pharmacology.

Older adults who wear progressive-addition lens glasses appeared at increased risk for falls compared with older adults who wear bifocals, according to a study published in Optometry and Vision Science.

ORLANDO — The latest data from The Vision Council’s Market inSights report indicate that the proportion of contact lenses and glasses purchased online vs. in retail locations has been stable, with the majority obtained in person.

EyePrint Prosthetics, Advanced Vision Technologies and Wave Contact Lens System have combined to form Wave Eye Care, a new specialty contact lenses division, according to a press release.

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.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Wave-guided optics application technology may now help patients with keratoconus, according to a speaker at Optometry’s Meeting.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — In this Healio video, William Reindel, OD, shares research that demonstrates a high level of patient satisfaction with Bausch + Lomb’s Infuse contact lenses, providing a practice growth opportunity for eye care providers.