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The Essential Guide to Rigid Lens Verification: Part 1
In part one of this comprehensive guide, we will cover the essential equipment needed to verify rigid contact lenses. The parameters to verify are discussed, along with their ANSI standard tolerances for each. Whether you’re new to fitting RGP lenses or looking to refine your verification process, you’ll find practical tips to ensure your patients … <a href="https://opticaltraining.com/blog/the-essential-guide-to-rigid-lens-verification-part-1/">Continued</a>
Jenny Jacoby
The Essential Guide to Rigid Lens Verification: Part 2
The Essential Guide to Rigid Lens Verification: Part 2 In part two of this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the key steps for verifying RGP lenses, from measuring base curves to inspecting edge designs. We’ll cover the proper techniques and common pitfalls to avoid. Whether you’re new to fitting RGP lenses or looking to … <a href="https://opticaltraining.com/blog/the-essential-guide-to-rigid-lens-verification-part-2/">Continued</a>
Jenny Jacoby
ANSI Standards for Contact Lenses
Regulating agencies such as the ANSI set specific standards for the performance of eyewear products, and each feature is allowed a tolerable range that must be adhered to in order to be approved. The following table lists the various tolerances for a sampling of contact lens parameters, established by ANSI, to ensure consistency in contact … <a href="https://opticaltraining.com/blog/ansi-standards-for-contact-lenses/">Continued</a>
Jenny Jacoby
Components and Design of the Slit Lamp
Components and Design of the Slit Lamp The slit lamp’s design integrates several key components that work in harmony to facilitate detailed ocular examination. The slit lamp or biomicroscope is an instrument designed primarily to observe the transparent structures of the human eye under a magnification of between 10 to 50 times. Its two principal … <a href="https://opticaltraining.com/blog/components-and-design-of-the-slit-lamp/">Continued</a>
Jenny Jacoby
Modification and Delivery: Radiuscope
The Fundamentals of Radiuscope Technology At its core, the radiuscope is an optical instrument that measures the radius of curvature of contact lens surfaces with high precision. This technology is based on the principles of reflection and focusing of light, allowing practitioners to obtain accurate measurements of lens curvature in millimeters. The radiuscope consists of … <a href="https://opticaltraining.com/blog/modification-delivery-radiuscope/">Continued</a>
Jenny Jacoby
Understanding Lens Measure and Cylinder: A Full Guide to Eyeglass Prescriptions
Lens Measure and Cylinder If you grew up wearing glasses, you may have been curious about the “cryptic” numbers and terms on a prescription. Over the years spent in this career, you discover the fascinating details behind those numbers, revealing a world of precision and complexity. We at OTI have broken down key exam concepts … <a href="https://opticaltraining.com/blog/understanding-lens-measure-and-cylinder-a-comprehensive-guide-to-eyeglass-prescriptions/">Continued</a>
Jenny Jacoby
