Vision Now October 2022

Your mediflex® max 1 day contact lens family.

The mediflex® max 1 day family o ers more prescription options than any other one-day contact lens family1 – and it’s exclusive* to NEG members. mediflex® max 1 day is the CooperVision House Brand version of MyDay®; available at the same price. All mediflex® max 1 day lenses are powered by Aquaform® Technology** – as found in Biofinity® – to create a naturally wettable lens that delivers incredible long-lasting comfort.

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Featuring the Aberration Neutralising System™ – as found in Biofinity® sphere – and provides correction for 99.9% of all spherical prescriptions.2

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max 1 day toric

Featuring Optmised Toric Lens Geometry™ – as found in Biofinity® toric – and o ers the largest number of prescription options of any one-day toric lens.3

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max 1 day multifocal

Featuring the CooperVision® Binocular Progressive System™ – an evolution in lens design and fitting approach – o ering the widest power range of any one-day multifocal lens.4

Vision Now magazine is published by Peekay Publishing Ltd for The PK National Eyecare Group Ltd, the UK’s largest purchasing group for independent opticians.

Editor: Nicky Collinson BA (Hons) nicola.collinson@nationaleyecare.co.uk

Features Contributor: Joan Grady jgparischats@wanadoo.fr

Business Editor: Philip Mullins FBDO p.mullins@nationaleyecare.co.uk

Art Editor: Stacey Potter BA (Hons) spottcreative.co.uk

Publisher: Michael C Wheeler FCOptom DipCLP FSMC FAA0

4 New EDOF torics

7 Global deal for Paul Smith

9 Reform in Wales underway

11 Stellest trial results revealed

13 Carbon progress at Silhouette

14 OSA talks technology

FEATURES

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Safety dispensing with Univet

Yalea by De Rigo

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Transition

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Editor’s comment

As the first UK nation to embrace clinical services in optometry primary and community care, Wales is once again leading the charge to widen optometry-based clinical services.

Having received the go-ahead for its long-awaited eyecare reform plans (see news page 9), the priority now is to get on with implementing – and increasing –clinical services delivered by optometrists to reduce referral numbers and improve access to hospital eye departments.

With GP and hospital services now in crisis, there has never been a greater need to ensure timely – and potentially sightsaving – access to eye health care. Inextricably linked to this is the need for practices to have the latest eye health technology and training – not just in clinical imaging and diagnostics – but across the entire practice e-health IT system. Telemedicine is ever-expanding and, as was raised at the recent inaugural meeting of the Optical Suppliers Association’s E-Health Focus Group (see news age 14), instrumentation and software providers must work together to ensure optimum patient care.

At the same time, the profession and industry must look to how they can be more sustainable – whether it be within the product and supply chain or in simple day-to-day operations. Taking their eco responsibilities ever-more seriously are a number of NEG lens suppliers: turn to page 25 to read about the ‘labs protecting the planet’.

Elsewhere this month, we have some top styling tips for Transitions lenses and two great product profiles: one on Univet safety eyewear available from Lenstec, and the other on the stunning Yalea collection from De Rigo. Finally, learn about the new Citation How-To-Hub for HR and H&S support in Developing Thoughts.

Nicky Collinson Editor

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Silhouette

Patients can choose from Radiant Rose Gold, Cosmic Blue, Mystic Ruthenium and Spheric Silver tints when selecting a new style from Silhouette’s TMA The Icon II collection.

Bringing added glamour to the company’s signature minimalist design and high-tech titanium material, the tints can be paired with rounded teardrop, aviator, panto and angled butterfly-shaped designs.

Wearers can mix and match colour, lens shape and shiny or matte surface finishes to create tailor-made eyewear. Each model can be custom-fitted at the company’s in-house lens lab with lenses from Silhouette Vision Sensation. A corresponding app showcases the hundreds of lens shapes available, allowing patients to see how the lenses will look in their prescription eyewear.

Mark’ennovy

Mark’ennovy is introducing a new monthly silicone hydrogel toric contact lens design for presbyopia. Featuring the Brien Holden Vision Institute (BHVI) patented extended depth of focus (EDOF) technology, the lens is designed to bring the benefits of EDOF to patients looking for a natural transition to multifocal contact lenses.

Also in the pipeline are Mylo monthly silicone hydrogel toric contact lenses featuring BHVI’s patented EDOF technology. Mylo lenses are individually crafted EDOF soft contact lens with CE-mark approval for myopia management. They feature a high

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Essilor

A national digital media campaign for Essilor’s Eyezen lens portfolio is running this month in parallel with a social media drive to reach patients living near participating practices. Alan Pitcher, Essilor commercial director, said: “Our autumn marketing drive hopes to create awareness of the single vision lenses and generate footfall for our Essilor Experts. Consumers will either be sent to the optician finder on our consumer website or receive an Eyezen ad in their Facebook social media feed where they can make an appointment directly with their local optician.”

The media campaign started on 3 October and runs for five weeks, while the social media campaign runs from 10 October for four weeks and will target consumers within a defined age range within a 7-15km radius to the practice. Participants can take advantage of Eyezen branded window graphics, a point-of-sale pack and

Hoya

At the recent International Myopia Conference in the Netherlands, experts shared their latest findings of the clinical application of Hoya’s Miyosmart lens and its role in myopia management. Dr Andrea Lembo of Milan shared the results of a clinical application of the lens combined with 0.01 per cent atropine drops in European myopic children and adolescents. The results demonstrated that over one year, “axial elongation and myopia progression were reduced with maximum effect using the combination treatment”.

Professor Hakan Kaymak shared data of German children wearing the lenses, which reconfirmed previous clinical study results. Further findings showed that “children adapted very well to the lenses with no safety concerns even in combination with low-dose atropine”. Professor Carly Lam of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University shared data showing that the myopia control effect was stronger in children with baseline hyperopic relative peripheral refraction (RPR) than in children with baseline myopic RPR.

water content, low co-efficient of friction, and a low elastic modulus, said to improve

comfort throughout the day. An extensive range of parameters will be available.

Icon model 5541 in 4540 tinted lenses

Eyezen training. They’ll also receive a new in-practice training guide with updated brochures and crib sheets.

Campaign to promote Eyezen portfolio

Toric Mylo lenses available soon

The longest myopia management spectacle lens study in the world!

Now available in the UK & Ireland. Access the accreditation course by scanning the QR code:

MiYOSMART: the smart way to treat myopia in children.

Stepper

“Pretty perfect” is how Stepper describes the SI-30175, which combines two of its premium materials: titanium and TX5. “The advanced plastic [TX5] front works harmoniously with the contours of the wearer’s face, sitting comfortably on their nose thanks to Stepper’s renowned bridge design,” said Stepper managing director, Peter Reeve. “Unique to Stepper, this plastic material allows for infinite colouring possibilities – and for the SI-30175, contemporary classic hues have been selected to enhance its appeal. A sophisticated, larger eye style allows for the majority of lens needs.”

The titanium sides are fashioned in a linear, pyramid pattern adding visual interest to the design. Both the TX5 and titanium elements are hypoallergenic, and the frame weighs less than 10g. “Quality materials that are perfect for purpose, crafted in a frame that allows for individual fitting and offers built-in comfort, are the hallmarks of Stepper,” Peter added. “What’s more, this frame looks beautiful too.” The SI-30175 is available in Apricot/Bronze, Coral, Sapphire Blue/Bronze, Amethyst and Graphite/ Plum colour options.

The SI-30175 is a “pretty perfect” style

British Contact Lens Association

The British Contract Lens Association (BCLA) is inviting nominations for two of its top honours – the Irving Fatt Memorial Lecture and the BCLA Medal – both to be presented at its 2023 clinical conference. The BCLA Medal recognises outstanding achievement in the field of contact lenses and/or the anterior eye. Luke Stevens-Burt, BCLA chief executive, said: “Recognition from your peers is arguably the ultimate accolade – and the BCLA Awards are held in incredibly high esteem across the profession.”

The BCLA Irving Fatt Memorial Lecture is aimed at postgraduates in the field of contact lenses and/or anterior eye, who have completed a PhD, a post-doctoral degree or MSc in the UK within the last five years and continued with their research either in private practice, hospital

Essilor

Dr Andy Hepworth, professional relations manager at Essilor, has acknowledged new childhood myopia management guidance from the College of Optometrists. “The College guidance explains that if myopia management is within your scope of practice, you can offer this treatment,” he said. The guidance states that multifocal contact lens designs, orthokeratology lenses and myopia management spectacles can be used to slow the dioptric progression of myopia;

Call for awards nominations

practice or academia. Those who wish to be considered for either award should download and complete the relevant nomination form on the BCLA website by 7 November. Our photograph shows BCLA president, Neil Retallic (left) presenting Professor James Wolffsohn with the 2022 BCLA Medal Award at BCLA Focus in June.

and that all three options have similar levels of efficacy.

It also states that spectacle lenses for myopia management treatment have no known increased risks compared to wearing spectacles with standard correction lenses. “Essilor offers CPD approved modules and a myopia management certification programme on EssilorLuxottica’s training platform for ECPs who want to develop knowledge in this area,” added Andy. “These aim to educate and empower eyecare professionals on myopia, its

Marchon

Previously responsible for the distribution of Paul Smith eyewear in North America, Marchon will now oversee the design, manufacture and global distribution of the brand’s eyewear collection beginning in January 2023. Customers can expect to see “a mix of contemporary shapes with timeless detailing and classic design attributes, lightweight and crafted with high quality materials for both men and women”.

“Marchon is very proud to partner with Paul Smith, an iconic brand with timeless styling,” said Thomas Burkhardt, newlyinstalled president of Marchon Eyewear (see page 13). “We look forward to contributing to the brand’s future growth around the world, while strengthening our offering within the luxury eyewear segment. The new collections will be offering new eyewear styles that will uniquely capture the essence and exceptional quality of the Paul Smith brand.”

complications, and its management.”

Visit https://cpd.essilor.co.uk

Essilor offers CPD in myopia management

International Eyewear

Two new additions to the Hero For Men collection from International Eyewear bring a sporty aesthetic and innovative use of materials to contemporary designs HE4315 and HE4316. The range combines wearable eye shapes with considered detailing and masculine colourways. Contrasting finishes and colourful accents with multilayer acetates feature alongside textured rubber tips and three-dimensional trims.

Optometry Wales

An ambitious programme for eyecare reform is underway in Wales after receiving ministerial sign off last month. It will mean a substantial change within primary care optometry in the nation over the next 18 months, announced health and social care minister Elenud Morgan. The reform process will see the profession delivering more clinical work in the primary care setting and greater involvement in local decision making at primary care cluster level.

Sarah Schumm, chair of Optometry Wales, commented: “This is a fantastic opportunity to truly be part of the primary care community, to fully utilise the skills we have to be able to truly be part of the diagnosis, management and treatment of citizens in Wales. Some aspects of the reform can take place quickly and some aspects will take longer to embed but we will work with the profession, Health Education Improvement Wales, Shared Services Partnership and the Welsh government to ensure that this phased approach to implementation is as seamless for practices as possible.”

Optom Academy

Optometrists Wasim Sarwar and Shamina Asif have launched the Optom Academy to provide support and training to preregistration optometrists – and independent practices looking to recruit them – as well

Hero For Men is International Eyewear’s most trusted collection, designed exclusively for men since 1988. An extensive range of eye shapes and sizes utilise the latest techniques and premium materials including HD acetates, titanium and carbon fibre. Styles feature quality components such as silicone nose pads and superior OBE hinges.

CooperVision

The World Council of Optometry (WCO) and CooperVision shared their vision for myopia management at the International Myopia Conference in Rotterdam last month. A poster presentation reflected on changing approaches to the disease – co-authored by Dr Sandra Block, WCO president elect, Elizabeth Lumb, CooperVision director of global professional affairs, myopia management, Professor Peter Hendicott, WCO president, and Dr Susan Cooper, managing director of the World Council of Optometry.

Full training and support will be arranged over the coming months as more details are shared about what will be required, and what the financial package will look like. “This is a new era of change for the profession and we are incredibly excited to help set the pace for change,” added Sarah. “We will be continuing to offer individual sessions to help all practices across Wales understand how the landscape will be changing and how to manage that change effectively.”

The partnership between WCO and CooperVision provides evidence-based science that eyecare professionals need to best serve their myopic patients through virtual presentations, published articles, and a website with multi-lingual myopia management resources that may have not previously been widely accessible or actively addressed in certain sectors or countries. The goal is for optometrists across the globe to embrace myopia management as the Standard of Care and to make it an integral part of their practices. For more information about the global resolution to advance myopia management and standards of care, visit www.worldoptometry.org

as optical assistants training. With more than 30 years’ experience running courses for multiples, and having supervised more than 20 pre-reg students themselves, they decided to launch their own academy for

the independent sector where access to courses is limited. They provide online training through OA Optimise as well as help pre-regs find positions. Visit www.optomacademy.com to find out more.

Elizabeth Lumb (left) and Dr Block with the poster

Welsh minister, Elenud Morgan

Vision Now October 2022 9 News Heroic new styles: HE4315 and HE4316

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EssilorLuxottica

Third-year clinical trial results of Essilor Stellest lenses have shown they continue to exhibit strong efficacy in slowing myopia progression and axial elongation. The clinical trial was conducted in China, where 151 children from the first two years of the study were switched to spectacle lenses with highly aspherical lenslets while a new set of 56 children were recruited and wore single vision lenses.

Key highlights from the clinical trial include: Essilor Stellest lenses saved more than one dioptre of myopia on average over three years; children who wore Essilor Stellest lenses full-time saw a marked increase in myopia control efficacy; the lenses are effective in slowing myopia progression and axial elongation in older children.

Norbert Gorny, co-COO at EssilorLuxottica, said: “We are extremely encouraged to have such conclusive data showing that Essilor Stellest lenses continue to slow

Positive three-year data

down myopia progression in children after three years. With the growing prevalence of myopia and associated risk of ocular conditions, we are proud to be at the forefront of myopia management with our lenses to move the needle in the fight against myopia.”

Titanium Perfection model CH16715

Charmant

Charmant has unveiled a number of new styles in its Titanium Perfection collection for both men and women. All styles feature a pressure-mounted construction with thin-milling fronts in titanium, inner-dyed end tips and patterned rims. A highlight on the frames are the crystal transparent end-tips with built-in colour surges.

Three new women’s styles marry superior quality and relaxed comfort with chic design, while four elegant men’s styles come in masculine tones of black, grey, brown and blue. Temples and end-pieces are very slender and made of flexible beta-titanium. Colour is a key focus of these new styles with gradient patterns and demi-colour expressions on rims, or mono contrasts on rims and temples.

Vision Care for Homeless People

Vision Care for Homeless People is suggesting using 10 October as World Homeless Day. “This is another great talking point and an opportunity to throw a spotlight on the plight of people who are

living in the worst possible way, here in the UK," said Alison Gordon from the charity. "All funds raised go directly to those who need help. It may be just a sight test and pair of ready readers but sometimes it is the start to seeing a better future." Find out how to support the charity at www.visioncarecharity.org

De Rigo

The De Rigo Group and Roberto Cavalli have signed a licensing agreement for the design, production and global distribution of Roberto Cavalli and Just Cavalli eyewear collections. Positioned in the premium-quality segment, Roberto Cavalli Eyewear is bold, glamorous and known for its excellent quality, innovation and experimentation. The Just Cavalli collection includes contemporary, personality-driven styles marked by innovative materials and sophisticated graphics.

“We are proud to embark on this wonderful partnership with Roberto Cavalli, one of the most famous Italian luxury brands in the world, which has added significant value to our portfolio,” said Michele Aracri, managing director at De Rigo Vision. “Under the creative guidance of Fausto Puglisi, we will create striking, high-quality eyewear collections featuring a unique design, refined materials and exclusive processing techniques.” The collections will be available from 2023.

New licensing agreement

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Louis Stone Optical

More than 5,000 entries were recorded for Louis Stone Optical’s recent Black Volk Lens giveaway competition. “The optical societies from most of the universities shared the giveaway to their Instagram stories as they knew that any of their student followers could always do with a new Volk lens. This Instagram giveaway and our 15,800 followers really do emphasise the thriving community we have built over the years,” said Clare Brent, the company’s head of marketing and communications.

100% Optical

Visitor registration is now live for 100% Optical 2023, along with entries for the Love Eyewear Awards. The show will return to the ExCeL in London from 25 to 27 February, featuring more than 200 exhibitors. Entries for the Love Eyewear Awards will close on 28 November, with the awards ceremony taking place on Saturday 25 February. There are 12 categories including Sustainable Frame of the Year, Eyewear Retailer of the Year and New Designer 2023.

Marchon

Thomas Burkhardt has been promoted to president of Marchon Eyewear. Formerly chief marketing officer and senior vice president of global brands, marketing and design, Thomas will report to Earnie Franklin, chief operating officer of VSP Vison. He succeeds Nicola Zotta, who led Marchon from 2016 until May 2022.

Earnie commented: “From growing brands and organisations globally, to transforming and elevating multibillion-dollar retail sales brands, to expertise in product development, operations, licensing and more, Thomas has the experience and a proven record of leadership over his 25 years of working in the consumer goods, fashion and eyewear industries.”

Thomas responded: “I am honored and energised by the opportunity to lead the next era of Marchon, its world-class eyewear portfolio of brands, and its passionate global organisation. As we look to the future, our team is well poised to help our customers achieve more and deliver on our mission to help people around the world see better, look better and feel better.”

100% Optical will offer seminars and a schedule of CPD sessions. The Future Practice Hub will feature four rooms dedicated to diagnostics, dispensing and clinical skills, while the Dispensing

Silhouette

Installing large solar panels on the roofs of its eyewear production facilities, along with further carbon reduction projects and off-setting, has resulted in a 50 per cent reduction in Silhouette’s carbon footprint over the last seven years. The company can now claim carbon neutral status for eyewear production with off-setting, having cut emissions to approximately 2,000 tonnes last year alone.

By 2023, Silhouette plans to install solar panels on all suitable roofs at its headquarters in Linz, Austria. Annually, this will prevent the release of 450 tonnes of CO2 emissions, the equivalent of what would require 13,361 trees to absorb, said the company. Part of its long-term plan to cut out remaining emissions focuses on solar energy production in the Global South, a Gold Standard carbon off-setting project

Workshop will be a space for visitors to experience making and fitting frames. The Studio will have a greater focus on independent eyewear, and the Optical Academy will provide CPD-accredited education for wider practice staff.

Nathan Garnett, 100% Optical show director, said: “The global eyewear market was worth an estimated £106.1bn in 2021 and with this number growing to a predicted £111.4bn for this year, the future of optics is looking bright. We can’t wait to hear all about it and see the latest trends, designs and innovations that our industry has to offer during the 100% showcase in February.” Register at www.100percentoptical.com

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Silhouette has purchased Gold Standard certificates for a 6MWh solar energy farm in Kolanupaka, India, and is championing a solar farm supplying 9,899MWh of clean energy each year to the local power grid, producing a cut of 9,535 tons of CO2 equivalent each year. The solar farm also improves air quality and living conditions locally, with a health camp in the works to provide medical treatment in co-operation with Kamineni Hospital for 400 people.

Future of optics “looking bright”

Long-term sustainability outlook

Thomas Burkhardt

Optical Suppliers Association

NEG managing director, Phil Mullins, took part in the inaugural E-Health Focus Group of the Optical Suppliers Association (OSA) last month – urging independent practitioners to embrace new technology. Underpinning the meeting was the enthusiasm of industry colleagues to work together, to ensure practices had access to the most advanced technology.

Group chairman, Karl Jeebaun, told attendees that a set of standards for e-health was required, a process that could be optimised by the industry working together. “Building a bridge between instruments and software will ensure that new technology can be used for optimum patient care,” he said. “There are many challenges, particularly issues of liability and who might end up before the General Optical Council [GOC]. We have seen this being used as a block to taking digital images already. Conservatism is currently delaying the adoption of digital technologies in many practices, and we are eager to understand everyone’s perspective.”

Philip Mullins told the group: “Independents need to embrace new technology, but the practice management software is the central core of everything. We also need to engage with the NHS and to establish the most effective pathway for care.” The group discussed many of the issues of integrating e-health devices, telemedicine and apps into traditional eyecare, which needed standardisation and verification.

With patient care being the primary concern, the group agreed to: identify all stakeholders and their sub-specialties within e-health and the ophthalmic sectors; work with all stakeholders to develop guidance and standards for the safe use of technology; meet requirements of regulators including the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency and GOC; define the distinction between devices suitable for patient use or use by a qualified clinician; and address concerns the profession may have.

Vice chairman of the group, Jason Higginbotham, urged everyone with an interest to become involved: “There is an opportunity for everyone to have a voice and to add their expertise as we create new pathways. By setting specific definitions and minimum standards, we have the potential to be a global leader. Our businesses want to function on an international platform and beacon status would be very useful. We have a real opportunity – no-one wants to stifle innovation but at the moment there is no clear path.”

AN INDEPENDENT VIEW

Helping dreams become reality

The AIO is occasionally approached by optometrists and dispensing opticians who are interested in setting up their own practice, or purchasing an existing independent practice.

We suspect that those lifting their head above the parapet in this way, particularly employees of the multiples, are the tip of the iceberg. In other words, there are many others who have that desire, or perhaps are just interested, that do nothing about it. This is a crying shame.

There is always a steady flow of independent practice owners who are nearing retirement, who would love to sell their practice to young aspiring independents. The likes of Myers La Roche do a good job in trying to match up those wishing to sell and those interested in buying, but the AIO believes that there is an untapped cohort of interested practitioners who never progress their dreams.

The Association is determined to find ways to connect with this cohort and help them to make an informed decision about whether practice ownership is for them. Setting up a new practice, whilst very challenging, is also an option, providing always that the appropriate research and planning has been undertaken before taking the plunge. Either way, the AIO Practice Support Network (PSN) can be a catalyst to help make the dream a reality.

The PSN was created before the pandemic to help aspiring independents to own their own practice, and support those who have already taken the plunge. The pandemic was an obvious inhibitor to the PSN progressing its objectives, but as we move on, the partners (AIO, NEG, Eyeplan, Myers La Roche and Seiko Optical), have committed to relaunching the network and making a serious impact in supporting the longterm health of the independent sector.

The challenge is getting to those people who aspire to independent practice ownership, but never do anything about it. The PSN is actively looking at how to address this challenge and enable the dreams of young practitioners to become a reality. If you know of anyone who is interested in owning their own practice, please contact us.

Embracing new technology

ComfortFeel Technology: A U nique Combination of Comfort & Eye Health Ingredients

Bausch + Lomb ULTRA® ONE DAY silicone hydrogel contact lenses harness ComfortFeel Technology, a proprietary formulation of ocular health ingredients designed to work in synergy with the lens material and provide a unique approach to ocular health and all-day comfort.

Richard Smith Head of Professional Services, Europe/Canada

Introduction

Maintaining the health of the ocular environment is an essential prerequisite for contact lens comfort throughout the day. However, this can be a challenge. Exposure to environmental irritants such as wind, dust, smoke, and allergens, as well as fluctuations in relative humidity, temperature, and air velocity can alter the homeostatic environment on the ocular surface.1 Sustained, ongoing visual tasking on digital devices can lead to reduced blink rate and blink amplitude, which can impact tear film stability. 2 Finally, the application of a contact lens itself causes further shifts in the ocular surface microenvironment. 3

Several approaches have been used to reduce the impact of soft contact lenses on the ocular surface, for example, increasing wettability and oxygen transmissibility, changing lens replacement frequency, and material enhancements to reduce protein and lipid deposition.4,16 Building on these, an additional, innovative approach involves incorporating comfort and eye health ingredients into the contact lens itself.

ComfortFeel Technology: Ingredients

Inspired by the TFOS DEWS II report, Bausch + Lomb ULTRA® ONE DAY silicone hydrogel daily disposable contact lenses are designed to help maintain tear film and ocular surface homeostasis. The breakthrough ComfortFeel Technology at work in these lenses consists of a proprietary combination of comfort and eye health ingredients, including osmoprotectants, moisturizers, and electrolytes, which are integrated into the lens material and released during lens wear to help protect, enrich, and stabilize the tear film. 5,6,7,12

Differential dehydration associated with contact lens wear can result in changes to tear osmolarity. 8 ComfortFeel Technology contains two osmoprotectants, glycerin and

erythritol, ingredients that help maintain ocular surface homeostasis under hyperosmotic stress. 5,7,9 Two surfactant moisturizers—poloxamer 181 and poloxamine 1107— support the lens in retaining hydration and in providing a smooth, wettable surface.10 This unique combination of moisturizers helps stabilize tear proteins under chemical conditions that would typically denature them, such as when they become bound to a contact lens surface. Data from laboratory studies show that ComfortFeel Technology maintains the activity of tear proteins in their natural, nondenatured state.10

Electrolyte balance is essential to tear film and ocular surface homeostasis because it helps maintain cell volume and fluid balance. The main contributors to tear film osmolarity are sodium, potassium, chlorine, magnesium, and calcium. 3,5,6 ComfortFeel Technology contains potassium chloride, to help maintain a stable and healthy ocular surface environment. 5

Passive Diffusion & ComfortFeel Technology

The components of ComfortFeel Technology are integrated into the lens material during manufacture and released through passive diffusion during lens wear. Passive diffusion is the movement of molecules based on a concentration gradient. The rate of diffusion depends on the size, shape, and chemistry of each ingredient, as well as the lens polymer itself.

Diffusion will continue until the difference in concentration of the ingredients inside the lens as compared with the environment outside the lens becomes small, allowing some ingredients to remain in the lens to help provide long-lasting moisture and comfort.11,12,15

Passive Diffusion & ComfortFeel Technology (Continued)

All-day Wear with ComfortFeel + Advanced MoistureSeal® Technologies

ComfortFeel Technology works synergistically with the Advanced MoistureSeal ® Technology behind the kalifilcon A lens material.

Advanced MoistureSeal ® Technology was developed using innovations in material chemistry to provide high oxygen transmissibility, high water content, low modulus, surface wettability, and moisture retention in the lens material.12,15,21

The building blocks of the lens material are assembled through a two-phase polymerization process. First, a unique combination of long- and short-chain silicone polymers create a flexible matrix to provide oxygen transmission, structural integrity, and low modulus. Integrated into this silicone backbone are the hydrophilic components, dimethylacrylamide (DMA) and the humectant polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP). Adding DMA and PVP during the polymerization process of Bausch + Lomb ULTRA® ONE DAY contact lenses results in a water content of 55%. A Class II UV blocking agent is also added to provide broad spectrum protection that blocks at least 50% of UVA rays and 95% of UVB rays.* 12,13,15,25

The ability of a contact lens material to protect against dehydration is important for comfort and precision optics. Bausch + Lomb ULTRA® ONE DAY lenses maintain 96% 14 of their water content for a full 16 hours.15 The low modulus (0.5 MPa) of Bausch + Lomb ULTRA® ONE DAY lenses also helps reduce the impact on the ocular surface and contributes to a comfortable lens wearing experience.16,17,18

Along with the high water content and the low modulus, Bausch + Lomb ULTRA® ONE DAY contact lenses deliver a high level of breathability. This high oxygen delivery helps maintain white, healthy-looking eyes with an oxygen transmissibility (Dk/t) of 134 at the center of a -3.00D lens.12,13

Exceptional Patient Satisfaction

Bausch + Lomb ULTRA® ONE DAY lenses and the technologies behind them were developed with the intent of providing a contact lens-wearing experience that stands up to the demands of real life and everyday activities.

Bausch + Lomb ULTRA® ONE DAY with

* UV-absorbing contact lenses are NOT substitutes for protective UV-absorbing eyewear such as UV-absorbing goggles or sunglasses because they DO NOT completely cover the eye and surrounding area. You should continue to use UV-absorbing eyewear as directed.

A Unique Approach to Comfort and Health

MOISTURIZERS/CONDITIONERS (Glycerin, Poloxamer 181, Poloxamine 1107)10

• Maintain tear proteins in their healthy, natural state

• Provide a smooth, wettable surface to minimize disruption of the ocular surface, helping to combat dryness and discomfort

OSMOPROTECTANTS (Glycerin, Erythritol) 5,7,9

• Help maintain balance of the ocular surface under hyperosmotic stress

ELECTROLYTES (Potassium Chloride) 5

• Play an important role in preserving balance of the ocular surface

MoistureSeal

• Provides high oxygen transmissibility, high water content, low modulus, surface wettability, and moisture retention in the lens material12,15

Supports Comfort & Eye Health

For wearers who habitually experienced contact lens-related dryness11:

agreed that Bausch + Lomb ULTRA® ONE DAY lenses felt incredibly soft, smooth, and weightless

said that the lenses delivered comfortable vision throughout the day

agreed that lenses were comfortable even when working for long hours at a computer

said that lenses felt comfortable when they were driving at night

Passive Diffusion & ComfortFeel Technology (Continued)

All-day Wear with ComfortFeel + Advanced MoistureSeal® Technologies

ComfortFeel Technology works synergistically with the Advanced MoistureSeal ® Technology behind the kalifilcon A lens material.

Advanced MoistureSeal ® Technology was developed using innovations in material chemistry to provide high oxygen transmissibility, high water content, low modulus, surface wettability, and moisture retention in the lens material.12,15,21

The building blocks of the lens material are assembled through a two-phase polymerization process. First, a unique combination of long- and short-chain silicone polymers create a flexible matrix to provide oxygen transmission, structural integrity, and low modulus. Integrated into this silicone backbone are the hydrophilic components, dimethylacrylamide (DMA) and the humectant polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP). Adding DMA and PVP during the polymerization process of Bausch + Lomb ULTRA® ONE DAY contact lenses results in a water content of 55%. A Class II UV blocking agent is also added to provide broad spectrum protection that blocks at least 50% of UVA rays and 95% of UVB rays.* 12,13,15,25

The ability of a contact lens material to protect against dehydration is important for comfort and precision optics. Bausch + Lomb ULTRA® ONE DAY lenses maintain 96% 14 of their water content for a full 16 hours.15 The low modulus (0.5 MPa) of Bausch + Lomb ULTRA® ONE DAY lenses also helps reduce the impact on the ocular surface and contributes to a comfortable lens wearing experience.16,17,18

Along with the high water content and the low modulus, Bausch + Lomb ULTRA® ONE DAY contact lenses deliver a high level of breathability. This high oxygen delivery helps maintain white, healthy-looking eyes with an oxygen transmissibility (Dk/t) of 134 at the center of a -3.00D lens.12,13

Exceptional Patient Satisfaction

Bausch + Lomb ULTRA® ONE DAY lenses and the technologies behind them were developed with the intent of providing a contact lens-wearing experience that stands up to the demands of real life and everyday activities.

Bausch + Lomb ULTRA® ONE DAY with

* UV-absorbing contact lenses are NOT substitutes for protective UV-absorbing eyewear such as UV-absorbing goggles or sunglasses because they DO NOT completely cover the eye and surrounding area. You should continue to use UV-absorbing eyewear as directed.

A Unique Approach to Comfort and Health

MOISTURIZERS/CONDITIONERS (Glycerin, Poloxamer 181, Poloxamine 1107)10

• Maintain tear proteins in their healthy, natural state

• Provide a smooth, wettable surface to minimize disruption of the ocular surface, helping to combat dryness and discomfort

OSMOPROTECTANTS (Glycerin, Erythritol) 5,7,9

• Help maintain balance of the ocular surface under hyperosmotic stress

ELECTROLYTES (Potassium Chloride) 5

• Play an important role in preserving balance of the ocular surface

MoistureSeal

• Provides high oxygen transmissibility, high water content, low modulus, surface wettability, and moisture retention in the lens material12,15

Supports Comfort & Eye Health

For wearers who habitually experienced contact lens-related dryness

agreed that Bausch + Lomb ULTRA® ONE DAY lenses felt incredibly soft, smooth, and weightless

said that the lenses delivered comfortable vision throughout the day

agreed that lenses were comfortable even when working for long hours at a computer

said that lenses felt comfortable when they were driving at night

Developing thoughts

Phil Mullins introduces the new HR/H&S How-To Hub from Citation, which has now replaced Business Assist

Introducing the How-To Hub

Fora number of years, NEG has worked closely with Citation, previously Xact, to offer HR support. You will remember the support it offered members during lockdown, particularly around the furlough scheme. As part of the package, members had free access to the Business Assist website, which provided basic information and guidance for all things to do with HR and health and safety (H&S). However, with the ever-changing compliance requirements for all businesses, Business Assist is not enough and is therefore being replaced.

Once again, we have teamed up with Citation to bring you the ‘How-To Hub’ – an interactive web portal that offers you even more support than before. The HowTo Hub gives you all the latest information regarding HR and H&S, but also enables you to upload your team’s details. This means you can share documents with them and invite them to take part in some of the excellent training offered by Citation. To view a short introduction video to the hub on YouTube, go to https://tinyurl.com/zscr2h8c

Due to the content and the interactive elements, you will require a licence to access the portal, however, as an NEG member this will cost just £18 +VAT per annum. Once you access the site, you will see it offers so much more than just an information website: it offers your business a fantastic tool to support your compliance requirements. To receive your license or to discuss the hub, simply complete the ‘Request information’ contact form at https://tinyurl.com/2p9a2cm7

UPGRADE TO WORKPLACE EXPERT

The new How-To Hub is a great opportunity for NEG members to enhance their compliance around HR and H&S, but you can get further support by upgrading to the Workplace Expert. This is the comprehensive service from Citation and is available for HR and employment law

or H&S, or you can combine the two in the most complete service available.

These services start from just £100 per month each or £140 per month for both. This is great value for money when you consider the cost of taking legal advice or getting something wrong and ending up in front of an employment tribunal or H&S investigation. If you would like to sign up or discuss the Workplace Expert service, please email Iain McGleish at iainmcgleish@citation.co.uk

FREE EXPERT ADVICE

HR can be time-consuming and difficult to navigate, but you may not be ready to sign up for the full Citation Workplace Expert service. However, if you have an HR question, you can now take advantage of a limited-time offer for NEG members. Citation is giving you access to a free HR advice line. Whether you have a full-on HR crisis or want some last-minute guidance, there’s no issue their expert consultants can’t help with. With more than 25 years’ experience helping practice owners just like you, you’re in the best hands.

Do you have a problem with a staff member? Questions about a contract? Whatever you need support with, Citation’s HR consultants are available from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday to discuss any issues you may have. These could include anything from disciplinaries and grievances to conflict at work, or sickness/absences and probation periods.

So, whether you’re in the middle of a crisis or you need some reassurance and guidance on everyday issues, give Citation’s experts a call on 0161 504 0843. You can trust that their advice will not only be compliant with the law, but will be in an easy-to-understand, actionable format that doesn’t cost you a penny. Remember to tell them you are an NEG member (T&Cs apply).

As a group, we have used Citation for all our HR and H&S services for many years – and we cannot recommend them highly enough. The staff are friendly and always helpful, making sure you’re fully up-to-date with the latest legislation. And when you do have questions or need help to resolve issues, they are on hand to walk you through the issues. ■

The new hub can help with HR and employment law

Safety dispensing Where do you yours?keep

By Paul Willis

Inpractices across the optical marketplace, we are often guilty of putting our safety spectacles range under the counter or storing it away safely in the stock room. This could work for you if you have the confidence that your team will be discussing lifestyle activities with every patient to understand their needs and identify if they could benefit from safety eyewear.

If your team are not having lifestyle conversations every time, then your patients could be missing out on an individual recommendation and, potentially, your business is missing an opportunity.

Is a well-hidden box being brought out on request the best experience of safety eyewear that you can offer to your customer? Are your team confident with the features of the frames, the benefits to the patient and the ordering process? A safety dispense should be as seamless as any other dispense to give a positive customer experience.

A well-placed, modern and attractive safety offering will capture the interest of a keen gardener, small business owner or corporate client looking for a local optician to fulfil their safety contract. Is your optometrist recognising risks and discussing safety with monocular patients, offering protection for valuable

eyes in environments or activities that could potentially damage them? Are you approaching local businesses with a modern and attractive range?

TEST-TO-DISPENSE SOLUTION

Having personally provided safety eyewear to varying levels of industry, I know this area of personal protective equipment (PPE) is the most problematic for a business to source for its employees. Lots of small companies do not even know where to start looking. Many companies will warmly welcome a knowledgeable and local service to provide its employees with a complete test-to-dispense solution.

Building relationships with businesses on safety eyewear leads to new faces

Univet is a modern and attractive safety range

Is your business missing an opportunity?

Your safety offering could attract a new category of patient

coming into your practice and, potentially, their families and friends. There is an often untapped opportunity to attract new patients and gain additional sales from existing patients. Consider the following:

■ Have lifestyle conversations with your patients to understand their needs

■ Train and upskill the team to be confident with safety dispenses

■ Have a stylish in-practice display for your modern safety range

■ Approach and attract local businesses with your new offer

MEETING PATIENTS’ SAFETY NEEDS

Univet prescription safety eyewear from the Lenstec Optical Group offers your practice great looking products that provide the highest possible protection levels in the widest range of environments, whilst remaining comfortable for the wearer.

Whether you are dealing with domestic hobbyists, small local businesses on an ad-hoc basis or have existing corporate eyecare contracts, it is important to ensure your safety eyewear range is meeting the needs of your patients and delivering the right levels of protection for the hazards they face.

Health & Safety Executive guidance states hazards as: “Chemical or metal splash, dust, projectiles, gas and vapour or radiation”. The recognised requirements of EN166 F or S recognise an impact rating or ‘robustness’ but do not guide us on the application or the environment the product is going to be used in.

Of the hazards mentioned above, most of them are concerned with ingress or, more simply put, unwanted matter getting in around the eyewear. This is where it is essential to review your safety range to ensure it provides as many styles of fit and areas of application within the workplace.

A well-considered safety range will

– offers a certified K and T rating. This is engraved on the lens to indicate the scratch resistance meets safety certificate standards (K) and that the product is designed to maintain its integrity working at extreme temperatures (T) between -5˚C and +550C.

CONTEMPORARY

give you the ultimate offering to potential corporate clients who will need to be confident that your frames and lenses match their PPE requirements (robustness and application) as well as offer the comfort and style to ensure all day wearer compliance.

For domestic or small business customers without the guidance of an HR or Health & Safety department, a diverse range allows a more consultative selection and frame fit experience that goes beyond simply stating EN166 standards.

Univet currently offer 22 frame styles as well as prescription goggle options that are categorised into three areas: technical, contemporary and the traditional metal frames.

TECHNICAL

The technical range is designed to provide full EN166 F rated protection the harshest working environments with no compromise in wearer comfort. A common feature of the frames is a wrap styling with built-in shielding to ensure as close a fit around the eye area as possible.

This built-in shielding also means no risk of the shielding coming loose – either through accident or wearer abuse. Other technologies include special side tips to avoid slippage when leaning forward, mitigating any risk of creating space around the frame, as well as adjustable side length and pantoscopic tilt to minimise gaps at the top and bottom of the spectacle.

The 5X9 model has the benefit of optional fittings such as a full face seal to avoid splash or fine dust getting to the eye, and there is a complete range of clip-on, flip-up protective filters giving a range of welding shades from 1.7 to 7, as well as UV and IR protection including a didymium filter.

On top of the EN166 rating, this range – when fitted with polycarbonate lenses

The Contemporary range is designed to offer full EN166 F protection with the added bonus of fashionable styling to appeal to anyone who is customer facing and seeking a more discreet safety spectacle. Available in three sizes, each offering a choice of subtle hints of colour in the side shield, this stylish looking range of safety spectacles offers complete safety whilst also looking great.

TRADITIONAL

The metal range provides a more traditional option but, again, Univet has tapped into its years of design experience to re-invent the side shielding so it fits more closely to the face and increases the protection levels whilst keeping the looks of these classic models.

Lens tints are available on the polycarbonate lenses and these are fully certified to ensure every dispense is compliant with PPE regulations. There is a demonstration set available for practices comprising of eight core models selected to cover a broad range of sizes, styles and workplace applications. This comes in a professionally-branded Univet box to enhance your safety dispense.

To view the Univet range, review your current safety offering or discuss any support or training we can provide to help develop safety eyewear dispensing within your practice, please book an appointment with your regional sales manager by emailing lenstecsalesgroup@lenstec.co.uk or calling 07866 123949.

Paul Willis is commercial sales director for the Lenstec Optical Group ■

There are 22 Univet styles to choose from The metal range provide a traditional look

Professionally-branded Univet box

Labs protecting the planet

Rising energy costs and a heightened awareness of lab waste is driving change amongst members of the Optical Suppliers Association (OSA)

BENEFITS ALL ROUND

Highly accurate dry cutting technology, facilitated by the MEI 641 TBA, which negates the need for disposable blocking pads, has made a profound difference to several UK labs. Shaun Bace, commercial manager at Jai Kudo lenses, part of the Millmead Optical Group, said: “Processing a lens without water is much faster and there are less variables. Making sustainable decisions often makes commercial sense too.”

Millmead is manufacturing frames and cases at its north west facility in Maghull, but conscious of the tremendous waste from dummy lenses and lab swarf is shining a light on the issue with a life size sculpture to be unveiled later this year.

“We are all conscious that dummy lenses go straight into the bin, but we are aiming to collect these when deliveries are dropped off at the practice,” said James Conway, Millmead CEO. “Some dummy lenses are biodegradable but we need them all to be biodegradable. Our goal at Millmead is to recycle everything and to close the loop on waste.”

Essilor’s global Eyes on the Planet initiative is backed up by the management undertaking sessions on carbon neutrality. Thornbury lab manager, Dan Peacey, explained: “We have fitted meters to all devices using water so that we can monitor consumption at any one time. This computerised system enables us to really interrogate what our processes are doing.

Cuttingwater usage for a surfaced lens from 12 litres to four, and reducing the estimated 3,000 tonnes of waste that goes to landfill each year, are driving labs – NEG preferred suppliers among them – to review their business plans. Implementing strategies such as harvesting rain water, recycling lens production water, installing solar panels on lab roofs, double glazing and LED lights are all contributing to a more sustainable industry.

A move away from heavy metal alloys to ART (alloy-free technology) from Satisloh – estimated to be 15-20 per cent cheaper for each lens produced – is a key element to reducing waste, says the OSA. Replacing print catalogues with online ones is becoming the norm.

Norville 20/20 – part of Inspecs – is looking at the benefits that a change of location brings to managing the utility footprint – as Nev Trotter, managing director, explained: “Our recent move to a newer building has brought a reduction in water usage of 28 per cent, gas reduction of 20 per cent and electricity use has been cut by 16 per cent – all for

“The most significant use of electricity occurs in the AR chambers,” Dan continued, “but Essilor has developed an Eco-kit, which ensures that this aspect of lab equipment is not operating all the time. Economies during down time particularly have brought a 40 per cent reduction in power use in that department.”

LOCAL REGENERATION

Recycled packaging, re-usable envelopes and consolidating orders are uppermost in the supply chain for all OSA member labs. Apart from lab efficiencies, the environment is key in the three pillars of Hoya’s guiding principles of Community, Environment and Workplace.

The Wrexham site has been landscaped to protect the environment, as marketing manager, Dale Hughes, explained: “The wasteland next to our lab has been converted to a wildlife area and it is blossoming. It has gone down very well with the local community and creates a lovely haven at lunchtime for our team.”

To learn more about sustainability in the optical supply chain, read the Green Charter on the OSA website at www.osa-uk.co.uk ■

Removing debris from lens generating

The Bazell Micro Separator pumping waste from Satisloh generators, and separating water from the lens swarf at Norville

a similar lens output. We have thought through everything – from electric charging points in the car park and consolidating dispatch with a new IT system, which brings considerable savings.”

Transition into autumn style

This month, Emily Morris provides some top styling tips around Transitions lenses – and how they can help practices engage with a younger audience

frame trends, such as modern romance with multi-dimensional, large and oversized forms in acetate, light futurism with architectural and linear forms in acetate, easy comfort with classic shapes in acetate and metal, nostalgia for fun with bold and big statements pieces, and retro vintage classic in acetate and metal.

With so many colours, the patient will be sure to find a shade they love. Here’s a closer look at the colours available: Grey: We tend to associate grey lenses with silver, black or masculine frames – but not at Transitions. Grey can also be paired with gold or tortoiseshell frames to make them stand out even more and give feminine vibes. Graphite Green: Green stands out with its parade of references to ‘nature’. Graphite Green is a timeless colour that has an affinity with sports frames.

Amethyst: Amethyst can be used to create an instant pop effect for eyewear. Amethyst is currently the ‘must have’ to complement a trendy look and illuminates classic frames. Emerald: Emerald brings a precious dimension that can impart real modernity to an ultra-design frame.

Patients

can be less sun savvy with their eyes over the winter months, but it’s important to educate them around the need for protection from UV damage and glare all year round. And that’s where light adaptive lenses can help wearers through those crisp, bright autumn days in style.

Transitions lenses can help eyecare professionals capture a younger patient by offering them a statement look. Read on for some top tips on styling, and ways to open conversations with different types of patient profiles.

CAPTURING A YOUNGER AUDIENCE

No-one can ever have too many pairs of glasses but keeping up with changing light conditions can be a burden. That’s where Transitions Light Intelligent Lenses can do the hard work by transitioning seamlessly with exposure to UV light, so the wearer is always ready for every moment throughout the day.

For years, younger patients may have overlooked photochromic lenses for fear of being 'uncool', but they are now the ultimate way to look stylish and provide an instant statement look while protecting the wearer’s eyes on a bright sunny day.

There’s a huge opportunity for eyecare professionals to recruit younger lens wearers to try Transitions lenses, which

have always been popular amongst an older demographic. This is something we addressed with the launch of Transitions Signature Gen 8 lenses in Amber, Amethyst, Emerald, Sapphire, Grey, Brown and Graphite Green. The collection is designed to appeal to under 45s who want to personalise and express their own look, and that applies to lenses too.

Transitions lenses can be combined, for example, with Essilor’s Eyezen lenses, an optimised single vision lens that can relax and protect eyes1 so that the wearer can lead a more comfortable life. To attract the patient in-practice, a virtual try-on tool is available on the Transitions website so the range can be explored online first. This is a great way for patients to see how different lens colours can match with frames.

A large selection of frames and colours are available to view, in a wide variety of different shapes and materials. Patients receive frame and lens recommendations using face shape recognition and style questions. The selfie option will allow them to enjoy the great immersive augmented reality experience of trying on different combinations.

TOP STYLING TIPS

Transitions lenses are available in seven colours so patients will discover the colour choice that will best pair with the latest

Amber: Amber is one of our most popular colours. It is the colour of fundamental energy and creates an interesting twist for those who want to go off the beaten path and spice up their look with a dynamic glow. Brown: Brown is a true neutral lens colour, but one that is more on the warm side. Wood texture and translucid stripped acetate are what make brown lenses stand out the most. Sapphire: Sapphire is another one of our most popular colours. It's timeless and never out of fashion.

Mirrored sunglasses are also a big trend right now and Transitions Style Mirrors offer a unique way for patients to match lenses with different coloured frames, enjoying light more comfortably and experiencing hassle-free UV protection with a mirror finish. The range is available in gold, silver, green and blue.

Transitions Signature Gen 8 lenses are designed to appeal to younger wearers

Transitions Signature Gen 8 lenses in Brown

OPENING CONVERSATIONS

It’s important to remember that Transitions lenses can appeal to a wide range of people with different priorities, thanks to their ability to help meet universal needs for light management, visual experience and style. To help open conversations with patients, we’ve identified five different patient profiles that typically visit an optical practice.

Each of these will have different needs, so it will help if the eyecare practitioner adapts their approach accordingly when talking to the patient with these examples. It’s also worth bearing in mind that the profiles can be mixed and matched, as some patients could have multiple interests.

1. Trendy. For style savvy patients who love to stand out, the Transitions lens colour options are key. Browse and explore these by combining them with different frames to see the possibilities. You could say: “Thankstothe manycolourchoices of Transitions lenses, you can customise youreyewearto showcase yourpersonal style”. These patients can have fun by experimenting with different lens colours in stylish frames themselves, using the virtual try-on tool on the Transitions website. This allows them to see what combinations work well and suits their personal style best.

2. Practical. Practical patients are looking for effortless function, comfort, and protection throughout their daily lifestyle. You could say: “TransitionsLight IntelligentLensesprovidemanybenefits

LIGHT SENSITIVITY ONLINE QUIZ

Help assess a patient’s light sensitivity

from

■ Do

■ Do your eyes feel triggered by harsh indoor lighting?

quiz:

walk around on bright, sunshiny days?

squint when

■ Can the light feel too intense, even when there’s no bright sun?

includingseamlessadaptation,versatility andalways-onprotection.Ithasmany featuresallbuiltintooneamazinglens”.

3. Health conscious. Being healthy isn’t just about eating the right food and exercising, it’s also about prevention. For those conscious about their wellbeing, it’s good to know about the protective benefits of Transitions lenses, especially their ability to help protect in changing light situations. You could say: “Transitions lenses block 100percentofUVAandUVBandhelp protectfromharmfulbluelightindoors, andespeciallyoutdoorswhereyouneed it most"2. Transitions XTRActive Polarized lenses are perfect for patients who are very light sensitive, or frequently exposed to bright light and reflective glare.

4. Energetic Millennials/Gen Z. Millennials and Gen Z want hassle-free wellness and smart technology. When you can’t live without your glasses, it is a relief to have a pair you can wear indoors and outdoors. You could say:“Youhaveenoughtoworry aboutandswitchingyourglassesevery timeyougooutshouldn’tbeoneofthem. WithTransitionslenses,youcanlook stylishandhelpprotectyoureyesfrom UVandharmfulbluelight" 2

5. Better visual experience. For those who want the best visual experience, Transitions lenses can be the ideal recommendation thanks to their ability to help manage light in changing light situations. You could say: “Good vision isn’tjustaboutseeingsharply,it’salso

■ When driving during the day, do your eyes take a while to adjust as you look around (sunshine, glare, surroundings)?

■ Do you dim your smartphone screen to take the edge off the light?

aboutbeingabletofocusonwhatyou want to see, to see colours natural and bright,andtomaximiseyourfieldof visioninanylightsituation.Transitions lenseswillhelpprovideabettervisual experiencethankstotheirabilityto managechanginglightsituations.”

EVER-EVOLVING TECHNOLOGY

Transitions Optical’s photochromic lens technology is continuously improving. Transitions adaptive lenses are not the same as they were 10, five or even three years ago. Transitions lenses are darker than ever before, fade back to clear quicker than our previous lens generations and adapt quicker in warm climates. What better time for patients to give them a go and transition into autumn with ease. Visit transitions.com to find out more.

REFERENCES

1. Eyezen In-Life consumer studies. Harmful light protection: UV and partial Blue-Violet light filtration (up to 455nm with the greatest toxicity between 415-455nm).

2. Transitions Signature Gen 8 block at least 20 per cent of harmful blue light indoors, and over 87 per cent of harmful blue light outdoors – except Transitions Signature lenses style colours, which block over 75 per cent outdoors. Style colours are Sapphire, Amethyst, Amber and Emerald. Transitions XTRActive new generation block up to 34 per cent of harmful blue light indoors and up to 90 per cent of harmful blue light outdoors. 'Harmful blue light' is calculated between 380nm and 460nm. Based on tests on polycarbonate grey lenses at 23˚C.

Emily Morris FBDO is Transitions manager for the UK and Ireland. She qualified as a dispensing optician in 2018.

Transitions Signature Gen 8 lenses in Sapphire

Transitions Signature Gen 8 lenses in Grey

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RODENSTOCK tel: 01474 325555 | email: sales@rodenstock.co.uk | web: www.rodenstock.co.uk

SEIKO OPTICAL UK

tel: 01452 610033 | fax: 01452 638250 | email: orders@seiko-optical.co.uk | email: info@seiko-optical.co.uk web: www.seikovision.com/uk

SILHOUETTE UK LTD

tel: 020 8987 8899 | fax: 020 8987 2430 | email: office@silhouette-uk.co.uk | web: www.silhouette.com

SPEC-CARE LTD

tel: 01392 460806 | email: info@speccareservices.co.uk | web: www.speccareservices.co.uk

STEPPER UK tel: 01732 375975 | email: sales@stepper.co.uk | web: www.steppereyewear.com

TANT LABORATORIES

tel: 01279 653785 | fax: 01279 658308 | email: TantCC@tantlabs.com | web: www.lenstecopticalgroup.co.uk

THEA PHARMACEUTICALS

tel: 0345 521 1290 | fax: 01782 717 944 | email: theasupport@spectrum-thea.co.uk web: www.thea-pharmaceuticals.co.uk

ULTRAVISION

tel: 01525 381112 | fax: 01525 370091 | email: info@ultravision.co.uk | web: www.ultravision.co.uk

Windcave Ltd

tel: 0800 088 6040 | email: sales@windcave.com | web: www.windcave.com

When you prescribe contact lenses, you prescribe freedom.

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We’ve made our one-day contact lenses plastic neutral through our partnership with Plastic Bank®.1,2

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We’ve partnered with Plastic Bank® to help stop ocean-bound plastic by offsetting our plastic consumption through their Certified Plastic Neutral programme. Here in the UK and Ireland, we purchase credits equal to the weight of plastic used in our one-day contact lenses, the blister and carton2 – and an equal amount of plastic is collected by Plastic Bank.®

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As all CooperVision one-day contact lenses sold in the UK and Ireland are plastic neutral, you will automatically be prescribing plastic neutral too.

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1. One-day contact lenses are

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by CooperVision in UK & Ireland

2. Plastic neutrality is established by purchasing credits from Plastic Bank. A credit represents the collection and conversion of one kilogram of plastic that may reach or be destined for waterways. CooperVision purchases credits equal to the weight of plastic in our one-day contact lens orders in a specified time period. One-day contact lens plastic is determined by the weight of plastic in the blister, the lens and the secondary package (outer carton), including laminates, adhesives, and auxiliary inputs (e.g. ink).