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{CONTACT LENSES}
A CLOSER LOOK
New Toric From CooperVision
CooperVision has introduced its Biofinity XR toric contact lenses, designed for patients with prescriptions beyond the traditional stock range.
The Biofinity XR sphere lenses, introduced in 2013, offer a combination of high oxygen permeability and all-day comfort to patients with severe near- and farsightedness. With the new Biofinity XR toric, these benefits are extended to patients who have both high prescriptions and astigmatism—typically patients who have had challenges with contact lenses in the past or may even have thought that contact lens wear was not an option.
Biofinity XR toric features Aquaform Technology, which allows more oxygen to reach the eyes, helping to maintain clear, white eyes and healthier corneal physiology. The lens material is naturally and uniformly wettable, providing a soft and flexible lens.
A limited rollout has already begun, with a wider rollout of the product beginning next month.
INFO: coopervision.com
COOPERVISION / Biofinity XR Toric
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New Colors in Transitions TREXA
Essilor of America announced an expansion of color availability in its Transitions lenses in TREXA material. Transitions XTRActive lenses in TREXA are now available in gray, brown, and graphite green; while Transitions Signature VII lenses in the TREXA material are now available in brown and graphite green, in addition to gray.
TREXA lenses are thinner (1.53 index), lighter, and six times stronger than standard plastic lenses. They also block 100% UV and are easy to drill, with a high tensile strength of 61.2 kg/f.
Transitions Signature VII lenses provide a great solution for patients who desire outdoor comfort while still getting full clarity indoors. Transitions XTRActive lenses get the darkest of the Transitions lenses and can activate in a car, achieving up to a category 2 darkness level behind the windshield.
INFO: transitionspro.com
ESSILOR OF AMERICA / Transitions XTRActive
{MISCELLANEOUS}
Custom Labeling
Arch Crown has released a 40-page catalog of bar-code technology and labeling products. Included in the catalog are new wireless and battery-free barcode scanners, printers, and more than 100 styles of stock, pre-printed, and custom-printed Op-Tags and labels, designed specifically to bring special attention to frames and optical accessories.
Also available are new Poly-Lam thermal transfer computer string and barbell-style tags in various colors. Arch Crown can custom color match the tags for corporate identity, brand awareness, or special promotions.
Customization, using an ECP’s name and practice logo, is available.
INFO: 800-526-8353, archcrown.com
ARCH CROWN / 2016 catalog
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