Understanding Progressive Lenses
What are Progressive Lenses and How Do They Work?
Progressive lenses are a type of multifocal lens designed to provide a seamless transition between different prescription powers, allowing the wearer to see clearly at various distances. Unlike single vision lenses, which have a single prescription power, progressive lenses have multiple prescription powers that are blended together to create a smooth transition between different viewing zones. This design allows the wearer to switch between near, intermediate, and far vision without having to switch between multiple pairs of glasses.
Progressive lenses are designed to work with the natural movement of the eye, allowing the wearer to focus on objects at different distances without having to adjust their gaze. The lenses are typically divided into three main zones: the distance zone, the intermediate zone, and the near zone. The distance zone is used for tasks such as driving or watching TV, the intermediate zone is used for tasks such as computer work or cooking, and the near zone is used for tasks such as reading or sewing.
Benefits of Progressive Lenses
Why Choose Progressive Lenses?
Progressive lenses offer several benefits over single vision lenses, including:
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Convenience: Progressive lenses allow the wearer to see clearly at multiple distances without having to switch between multiple pairs of glasses.
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Comfort: Progressive lenses are designed to work with the natural movement of the eye, reducing eye strain and fatigue.
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Versatility: Progressive lenses can be used for a wide range of activities, from reading and computer work to driving and sports.
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Aesthetics: Progressive lenses are available in a variety of frame styles and materials, allowing the wearer to choose a pair that fits their personal style.
Overall, progressive lenses are a great option for anyone who needs to see clearly at multiple distances and wants a convenient, comfortable, and versatile solution.
Hoya Single Vision, Progressive & Multifocal Lenses
Need new prescription lenses? Have a problem? Can’t decide? Then, Hoya Single Vision, Progressive & Multifocal Lenses is your brand. Hoya is renowned for its advanced lens technology that enhances visual performance. The manufacture a range of Single Vision Prescription Lenses to Highly Customized Free Form Progressive Lenses also known in Malaysia as Multifocal Lenses.
Hoya Single Vision, Progressive & Multifocal Lenses
Since eye-glasses were invented lens designs have been a little like a “one-size-fits-all”. HOYA was one of the first to revolutionize lenses through their innovative design and ongoing research and development. This commitment ensures superior visual performance for all users. HOYA supplies premium quality lenses to suit everyone’s individual needs and lifestyles.
Want to be better informed on what lenses are in your spectacles and about the best solution for your vision needs? Hoya Single Vision, Progressive & Multifocal gives you the option and has the solution…
We offer a complete range of single vision and multi-focal from Hoya lenses to suit your lifestyle needs.
Single Vision Lenses for distance vision or near vision.
To help correct your vision in the distance ask your optometrist about HOYA NuLux EP lenses. These lenses are carefully designed utilising cutting edge technology to be significantly thinner, flatter and lighter than regular lenses, providing you with a wider, clearer vision and all-day comfort.
The advanced technology of the NuLux EP lens design takes into account your ‘eye movements’ reducing eye fatigue and eye strain, offering you clear vision all day.
Some of the Benefits of NuLux EP lenses:-
• 77% wider fields of view meaning less head turning, reducing neck strain • Clear, natural vision and comfortable wear all day • 100% protection from UVA and UVB rays • A flatter lens thickness reduces magnification of the pupils improving cosmetic appearance • A thinner, lighter lens design reduces tired eyes when wearing for extended periods of time • Durability with the super scratch resistant ‘SFT Multi-coat’ as standard
Sick of taking your glasses on and off all day long?
Single vision lenses are typically not the solution for your reading needs. Single vision reading glasses are only suitable for viewing up to 40cm in front of you, anything further away will be blurred.
HOYAlux Desk lenses are like a single vision lens, however with the added benefit of extended focus for up to 2 meters so that you will have a clear vision for not only reading but for looking around. For example, if you are sitting at a dining room table and you are reading your newspaper, with reading glasses you will only be able to see and read the page whilst the food on the table and any people sitting at the table will appear blurred. With Desk lenses, the page will be clear as well as the food on the table and the people around you. Desk lenses are especially well suited for the office environment.
Benefits of HOYAlux Desk lenses include:
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Offers all-day comfort without the repetitive task of taking your single vision glasses off and on all day.
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Helps prevent eye fatigue and irritation, as well as headaches.
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Provides all-day comfort and convenience, in all working conditions.
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Enhanced visual comfort for prolonged use.
Progressive Lenses or Multifocal Lenses are the best to use for individuals who has reading problems. At Malaya Optical in Damansara Uptown or Subang SS15, our Optometrist is qualified to prescribe various types of Hoya Single Vision, Progressive & Multifocal design that best suit your lifestyle and needs.
Regular or standard multi-focal is a little like a ”one-size-fits-all” and can take some time to get used to as often wearers seem to experience image distortion and an unbalanced feeling throughout the day.
iD LifeStyle lenses offer visual freedom and a confident, balanced feeling throughout the day. With wider fields of view and optimised visual accuracy for all-day comfort. The iD LifeStyle lens also offers smooth interaction between near and distant viewing and stable image perception in all directions. Unlike regular multi-focal lenses, iD LifeStyle lenses are optimised to each person’s prescription, providing clear stable vision and fast adaptation.
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For people who often suffer from eye strain and headaches, the iD LifeStyle lens is designed to reduce eye rotation which in turn reduces eye strain and headaches.
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For people who want all-day comfort the iD LifeStyle lens is designed to give you a wider field of view with less head movement and all-day comfort.
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For people who want natural vision without adaptation concerns the iD Lifestyle lens offers effortless and natural progression from near to intermediate to distance vision at all times.
Some of the Benefits of NuLux EP lenses:
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Advanced lens coatings for durability and clarity.
Fitting Progressive Lenses vs Single Vision Lenses
The Fitting Process: What to Expect
Fitting progressive lenses requires a more detailed and precise process than fitting single vision lenses. Here’s what you can expect during the fitting process:
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Measurement: The eye care professional will take precise measurements of your eyes, including the distance between your pupils and the shape of your eyes.
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Lens selection: The eye care professional will help you choose the right progressive lens design and material for your needs.
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Frame selection: You will choose a frame that fits comfortably and suits your personal style.
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Lens fitting: The eye care professional will fit the lenses into the frame and adjust them to ensure a proper fit.
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Follow-up: The eye care professional will schedule a follow-up appointment to ensure that the lenses are working properly and make any necessary adjustments.
Overall, the fitting process for progressive lenses is more complex than for single vision lenses, but the end result is a pair of glasses that provides clear vision and comfort at multiple distances.