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.
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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.
Eyeglass Lens FAQs
How do I choose the best eyeglass lenses for my lifestyle?
The best lenses depend on how you use your eyes throughout the day. Factors such as driving, computer use, reading, outdoor activities, and occupational demands all influence which lens design, and coatings may be most beneficial.
What is the difference between single vision and progressive lenses?
Single vision lenses correct vision at one distance, such as far away or up close. Progressive lenses provide seamless vision correction for distance, intermediate, and near vision without visible lines.
Are progressive lenses better than bifocals?
Progressive lenses provide a more natural visual experience because they offer multiple viewing distances without the visible lines found in traditional bifocals.
What are anti-reflective (AR) lenses?
Anti-reflective coatings reduce glare from headlights, screens, and overhead lighting. They can improve visual comfort, enhance clarity, and reduce eye strain.
Are anti-glare lenses worth it?
Many patients find anti-glare coatings beneficial for night driving, computer use, video calls, and reducing reflections that can interfere with clear vision.
Do blue light filtering lenses help with screen use?
Blue light filtering lenses may help improve visual comfort for people who spend extended periods using computers, tablets, and smartphones. They are often recommended as part of a comprehensive digital eye strain strategy.
What are photochromic or Transitions® lenses?
Photochromic lenses automatically darken outdoors and become clear indoors. They provide everyday vision correction while helping protect your eyes from UV exposure.
Are Transitions® lenses worth it?
For many patients, photochromic lenses offer the convenience of having prescription glasses and sun protection in one pair, reducing the need to switch between regular glasses and sunglasses.
What lenses are best for driving at night?
Lenses with anti-reflective coatings can help reduce glare from headlights and streetlights, improving comfort and visual clarity during nighttime driving.
What are Varilux® lenses?
Varilux® lenses are premium progressive lenses designed to provide smooth transitions between distance, intermediate, and near vision while minimizing distortion and improving visual comfort.
What are Crizal® lenses?
Crizal® lenses feature advanced anti-reflective technology that helps reduce glare while providing resistance to scratches, smudges, dust, and water.
What are ZEISS SmartLife lenses?
ZEISS SmartLife lenses are designed to support modern visual demands, including frequent use of smartphones, computers, and digital devices, while accounting for age-related vision changes.
Do all eyeglass lenses provide UV protection?
Not all lenses provide the same level of UV protection. Many modern lens materials and premium coatings include UV protection to help safeguard long-term eye health.
What are the best eyeglass lenses for children?
Children often benefit from impact-resistant lenses that are lightweight, durable, scratch-resistant, and provide UV protection for everyday activities.
Can I replace the lenses in my existing frames?
In many cases, yes. Existing frames can often be fitted with new prescription lenses, provided the frame remains in good condition and is compatible with the new prescription.
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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.