Tag: optical technology

With an expanding global population, the need to protect our resources and ecosystems for future generations and other living creatures continues to grow. The population is projected to increase to 8.6 billion by 2030 and 9.8 billion by 2050. Additionally,... Learn More

Prism lenses are commonly prescribed for diplopia and other binocular vision conditions. Another interesting application of prism lenses is to improve peripheral visual field loss in patients with advanced glaucoma. This treatment has the potential to enhance patients’ lives significantly.... Learn More

Discomfort or blurry vision in progressive lenses is a patient complaint that is all too familiar for many optometrists. Instead of informing the patient they cannot adapt to progressives and switching them into single vision or bifocal lenses, offer them... Learn More

Many people are persuaded by the idea that getting a premium lens product means spending money for brand name lenses. Providing your patients with a quality product doesn’t have to involve pricey, branded lenses. In fact,  Private label digital lenses... Learn More

Diabetes is a leading cause of vision impairment among working-age adults in the United States. From 2010 to 2050, the number of Americans with diabetic retinopathy is projected to increase from 7.7 million to 14.6 million. The goal of November’s... Learn More

With a wide range of lens materials available, your patients may feel a bit lost when choosing the right type of lenses to order. As their eye care professional, patients are looking to you to provide guidance on this decision.... Learn More

There are nearly 190 million Americans who use some sort of corrective device for their eyes. Whether they use glasses, contacts or something else, that works out to about three out of every four adults who have some degree of... Learn More

At R&D Optical Lab, we believe it is very important for your patients to have multiple pairs of eyewear to accommodate the various lifestyle needs. However, it’s no secret that switching between different pairs of glasses can be a pain.... Learn More

At R&D Optical, we take pride in manufacturing the highest quality custom lenses and eyewear in the industry. We offer infinite solutions to all of your optical needs by employing cutting-edge technology to create the latest digital lens designs and... Learn More

At R&D Optical lab, we hear a lot of questions about how screens affect our vision. Believe it or not, the average American spends nearly 11 hours a day in front of their screens. Considering staring down at a screen... Learn More