Eyeglass Lenses Brands
Our Markham optometrists are proud to offer some of today’s best brands of eyeglass lenses from companies that are on the leading edge of today’s eyeglass technology. We carry brand-name prescription lenses and eyeglass products by such respected names as Crizal, Varilux, Zeiss, Transitions and Essilor lenses.
For designer frames, see our page on brand-name designer eyewear including non-prescription and prescription fashion eyeglasses, sunglasses, and sports eyewear.
Call our Markham eye clinic at 905-477-4488 if you have any questions about any of our lenses or eyeglass lens replacement products. We also carry many different types of contact lenses including Ortho K lenses.
We can also be reached by email.
Eyeglass Lens Technology
No Glare Crizal© Lenses Filter Harmful UV & Blue-Violet Light
Also referred to as AR lenses, no-glare Crizal® eyeglass lens products are anti-reflective, which means they are designed to reduce glare, a primary cause of eye fatigue. In fact, Crizal lenses will block glare and harmful blue light from any computer. The Crizal® eyeglass lenses feature smudge and scratch resistant lenses, helping you to see better and sharpening your visual performance by reducing screen and windshield glare. These lenses also repel water, dust and fog! With Crizal® lens products you will see clearer and your eyes will feel better while you are working or when driving your car at night. The Crizal® eyeglass lenses brand provides the best UV protection to ensure your long-term health.
See Wider & Sharper In All Light Conditions With Varilux© Lenses
Varilux® eyeglass lenses are Progressive Addition Lenses (PAL) and are designed with advanced lens technology to provide limitless and flawless vision for people with presbyopia. Unionville Optometry in Markham Ontario offers Varilux lenses near you. They have an exclusive triple-patented lens design called the Instant Focus System. This eyeglass lens design eliminates the distracting lines in the lenses so you can see clearly up close, far away, and everywhere in between, just like natural vision.
Transitions© Lenses Adapts To Light With New Trans-Polarizing Process
Transitions® lenses use Chromea7 technology so that the lenses respond to more types of light to give you exactly the shade you need. Transitions® eyeglass lens products are designed to be worn as “everyday lenses” for indoor use. But, whenever you step outside this eyeglass lens brand automatically adapts to ensure comfortable viewing while protecting your eyes from damaging UV rays. They even offer Virtual Try On so you can see how you look in their glasses. Unionville Optometry offers three types of Transitions® lens products including:
- Transitions Signature Lenses – Primary prescription eyeglass lenses that are fully clear indoors and optimally tinted outdoors.
- Transitions Vantage Lenses – These offer just a hint of tinting indoors and variable polarization that adjusts for outdoor glare levels; as the lens gets darker, glare is reduced and vision becomes crisper and sharper.
- Transitions XTRActive Lenses – These also offer a hint of tinting indoors plus the darkest lens outdoord to provide more activation for added eye protection.
ZEISS Vision Care
Today, around 200 million people worldwide wear spectacle lenses from ZEISS. They have over 9,770 employees in over 30 countries who work together every day for "better vision." They are engaged in developing not only high-precision spectacle lenses but also measuring equipment and diagnostic tools. In the area of optics, Carl Zeiss Vision is among world leaders. This expertise is something we would like you to be able to use too.
ZEISS SmartLife Lenses are supported by ZEISS SmartView Technology, which is based on applied research of today’s lifestyle, visual behaviour, and individual, age-related visual needs.
No Glare Corrective Essilor Lenses Filter Blue-Violet & UV Light
As an innovator and world leader for corrective eyeglass lenses, Essilor lenses help more people to see the world better. Essilor “no glare” corrective lens products provide perfect vision while protecting eyes from harmful UV rays and Blue-Violet light. For more than 160 years Essilor lenses have been providing eyesight correction and protection, bringing relief to those who are vision impaired in over 100 countries.
Designer Eyeglass Lenses FAQs
Crizal® lenses are anti-reflective lenses designed to reduce glare, enhance visual clarity, and protect against harmful blue-violet light. They also feature smudge, scratch, water, dust, and fog resistance, making them ideal for daily wear and driving at night.
Varilux® lenses are progressive addition lenses (PALs) that provide seamless vision correction across all distances without the visible lines found in bifocals. Their advanced design offers a natural viewing experience for individuals with presbyopia.
Transitions® lenses automatically adjust their tint based on light exposure, providing optimal comfort and UV protection. They offer three types:
1. Signature
2. Vantage
3. XTRActive
Each lens type caters to different light conditions and glare reduction needs.
ZEISS SmartLife lenses are designed to meet the visual needs of today's digital lifestyle. They account for various digital device usage and age-related vision changes, offering enhanced visual comfort and clarity for individuals frequently using smartphones and computers.
Yes, lenses with blue light filtering coatings help reduce eye strain associated with prolonged screen time. These coatings block a portion of the blue light emitted by digital devices, promoting healthier vision, and reducing fatigue.
Polarized lenses reduce glare from reflective surfaces like water, snow, and roads, enhancing visual clarity and reducing eye strain in bright conditions. They are especially beneficial for outdoor activities such as driving, fishing, and skiing.
Not all lenses offer UV protection. It's essential to choose lenses with built-in UV protection or add a UV-blocking coating to safeguard your eyes from harmful ultraviolet rays, which can lead to conditions like cataracts and macular degeneration.
AR coatings reduce surface reflections, allowing more light to pass through the lenses for better clarity. They also improve the appearance of your glasses by making them nearly invisible and reduce glare from screens and headlights.
Yes, Unionville Optometry offers a wide selection of designer frames that can accommodate prescription lenses. Whether you prefer classic, trendy, or sporty styles, you can find frames that match your personal taste and vision needs.
Consider your daily activities and visual needs when selecting eyeglass lenses. For example, if you spend significant time outdoors, photochromic, or polarized lenses may be beneficial. If you frequently use digital devices, blue light filtering lenses can help reduce eye strain.
Yes, Unionville Optometry offers a variety of children's eyewear with durable frames and lenses tailored to young users. These lenses can include features like impact resistance and UV protection to ensure safety and comfort.
Single vision lenses correct vision at one distance, while multifocal lenses, such as bifocals and progressives, provide correction for multiple distances. Multifocal lenses offer a seamless transition between near, intermediate, and distance vision without visible lines.
Proper care includes:
- Cleaning lenses with a microfiber cloth
- Avoiding harsh chemicals
- Storing eyeglasses in a protective case
- Scheduling regular eye exams to ensure your prescription remains up to date
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Contact Us To Learn More About Our Eyeglass Lenses Brands
See our Types of Eyeglass Lenses page for an explanation of the best lens brands for eyeglasses. We carry all types of eye care products including prescription sunglasses and SkinCeuticals science-backed skin care products, we carry
To ask a question or to learn more about available brands of eyeglass lenses or eye care services at Unionville Optometry, please call our Markham eye clinic at 905-477-4488 or send us an email.