2023年10月11日 · High-index lenses (1.61, 1.67, 1.74) are recommended for strong prescriptions. What Influences Lens Thickness? When purchasing new prescription glasses, it’s natural to want the thinnest lenses possible. If you have a medium or strong prescription, your lenses must meet your specific needs.

The glasses with the thinnest lenses possible for high prescriptions are likely going to be high index 1.90 glass lenses glasses. 1.90 is the highest index lens material available on the market today, and it comes in glass, not plastic.

High Index 1.74 lenses are the thinnest, flattest, and most cosmetically appealing lens ever developed. These ultra thin lenses are nearly 50% thinner than plastic and 5% thinner than 1.67 high index lenses, offering you the ultimate in technology and cosmetics.

2024年3月18日 · High index plastic or polycarbonate lenses can accommodate strong prescriptions. This makes for a lightweight, thin alternative to large, thick glass lenses. Speak to your doctor to see if you can use plastic lenses.

2024年8月10日 · Thicker lenses in high prescription glasses can impact your comfort, appearance, and overall satisfaction with your eyewear. Fortunately, advancements in lens technology have made it possible to create thinner and …

1.74 index lenses are the thinnest lenses for high prescriptions available. These ultra-light, ultra-sleek lenses are the thinnest kind developed yet, and accommodate the highest prescriptions possible.

2022年3月4日 · The thinnest lenses for high prescription glasses are typically made from high index materials, which minimize the lenses’ thickness while maintaining optical clarity. By providing a more lightweight and aesthetically pleasing option, they are ideal for those with stronger prescriptions.

Today, people with strong prescriptions can get thin glasses that look and feel much more like glasses with “regular strength” prescriptions. High index lenses are the key to making your glasses thinner.

Essilor Single Vision 360 lenses are especially effective in patients with strong prescriptions. Essilor is the leading lens maker in the world, and all of the Essilor lenses we sell are made in a U.S. laboratory.

Thinner and lighter than 1.67 high-index lenses, offering the maximum thinness available. Ideal for individuals with strong prescriptions who prioritize minimal lens thickness and reduced weight. Typically recommended for higher prescriptions where extreme thinness is crucial.