Everything Old Is New Again – Lens Treatments

Debra Bennett

Debra Bennett has no relevant financial relationships to disclose. The content and format of this course is presented without commercial bias and does not claim superiority of any commercial product or service.

Course Description

In order to provide the best vision for patients, the eye care professional (ECP) can offer materials and coatings that match lifestyle needs. In choosing lens substrates, coatings and other features, the ECP can create a lens package this is suited to the individual patient. This type of personalization can help to make a patient feel understood and appreciated, while it gives the ECP an opportunity to offer the best lens package.

Course Objectives

• Identify the function and uses for anti-reflective (AR) coating
• Describe the process to apply an AR coating
• Select a lab to meet patient needs
• Summarize and present different lens options to the patient
• Recommend tints and photochromic lens options
• Describe and recommend polarized lens options
• Demonstrate lens bundles or packages