An Overview on Progressive Lenses

March 28th, 2010 by Randa Nahl Leave a reply »

It is true that progressive glasses are the most important devices for some eye-problem-struck people. However, the most important parts in those glasses are lenses. Therefore, the evolution of progressive glasses is also the upgrading of lenses. Here is some information about progressive lenses reviews that are often discussed by most people. Here are some of those points.

When it comes to some products, people will firstly think of their brands. Therefore, the first point is about progressive lenses brands. There are many brands for almost all products, and progressive lenses are no exception. Generally, their brands cover from low-end to high-end. That’s to say, some of those lenses are for ordinary wearers, whereas others are only for people of upper class. Essilor, Hoya, Kodak,Shamir,Sola, and so forth are some of the most reputable brands for progressive lenses. Each one of them has its own targeted consumers. And consumers of particular group may just buy those fit them most. Therefore, those brands can work in complementation.

Another important factor that may influence people’s purchasing- cost. And many people want to know how much do progressive lenses cost. In fact, there is no exact answer for this question. However, there is something that is firmly related to it. Compared to ordinary lenses or bifocal or trifocal lenses, progressive lenses are much expensive in the same glasses shop. This is because progressive lenses are in need of much accurate prescription and manufacturing and more efforts will be spent as a result. But if from different vendors or retailers, those lenses may be cheaper than ordinary lenses. For example, progressive lenses from online vendors cost less than those from real optical stores.

However, wearers may be troubled and confused by some progressive lenses problems. Those problems might happen only in those lenses. For example, any discrepancy in prescription will directly lead to mistakes in the lenses, and many consumers have experienced this when they purchase online, but fail provide their latest eye prescriptions.

Ultimately, progressive lenses can be obtained from various channels. The most common place to get them is real optical store; and the most popular place is online shop. However, the latter channel is money-saving, but with more accidents.

In a word, progressive glasses are really very important, so are progressive lenses. And people are suggested to know more about both of them.

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