Anti-Reflection Coating
Presenting AR Coating

When pricing AR coating, many practitioners �bundle� the cost of AR into the lens price and consider it an integral part of the lens choice.

Provide excellent customer service with personalized attention and concern for ascertaining the needs of your patient, then using your professional expertise to help them fill those needs.

Finally, its important to educate patients on the proper care and maintenance of their AR coated lenses. An example of a patient handout on the care and maintenance of AR coated lenses is included on the two pages that follow.

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Some Frequently Asked Questions About AR Coating

Should AR coating be applied to Transitions lenses?
Yes. The AR coating creates an oxygen barrier and prolongs the life of the lens. Normally, without AR coatings the photochromics could break down as much as 22-23% after two years. With AR coating, the maximum break down is 16%. There is no loss in speed of activation and minimal insignificant speed of fade with an AR coating.

Do AR coatings have any UV protection?
N o. AR coatings do not contain any UV protection.

Can lenses be tinted after they have been AR coated?
No. Tinting needs to be done before the lenses are AR coated.