Aberrant Behavior
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of November 24, 2019 If you have ever looked through optical lenses and noticed colored halos around lights, you have an idea of what “chromatic aberration” is. This distortion is caused by the lenses’ inability to focus all colors onto the same focal…
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Polarizing Effect
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of November 10, 2019 One of the best ways to fine-tune sunglasses is to remove the glare of reflected light with the addition of “polarization.” While regular sunglass lenses reduce the amount of bright light that gets into the eyes, they offer no…
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Understanding Eyeglass Hinges
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of November 26, 2017 One of the most important factors to consider when purchasing eyeglass frames is the type of hinge you prefer. “Standard” (or “barrel“) hinges work much like a door hinge and are relatively easy to repair, but they may not…
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Understanding Progressive Lenses
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of September 2, 2019 Trifocals are lenses with three regions that correct for near, intermediate, and far vision. These three prescriptions are demarcated by lines, which some wearers find have a cosmetically unappealing aging effect. Progressive lenses offer close, middle, and distance vision…
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What’s The Correct Contact Lens Solution?
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of August 19, 2019 According to a recent survey of contact-lens wearers, many incorrectly assume that their current lens-care regimen is adequate for maintaining the cleanliness of their lenses and the health of their eyes. The survey reveals that 60% of contact-lens wearers…
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Eyeglass Frame Tips For Men
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of July 22, 2019 A good place for a man to begin his search for eyeglass frames is consideration of his facial shape. To make a round face look thinner, it is best to steer clear of round lenses in favor of more…
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Learn More About Nearsightedness
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of July 8, 2019 The more nearsighted a person is, the stronger the prescription he or she needs and the thicker the edge of the lenses will be. This can result in lenses with very thick edges mounted in either metal or plastic…
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Learn More About Pupillary Distance
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of June 25, 2019 To ensure that you will derive optimum benefit from your new eyeglasses, it is important to measure the “pupillary distance” (PD), the distance between your two pupils. Because this measurement varies greatly from person to person, it is important…
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Weighing In On Metal Eyeglass Frames
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of June 10, 2019 Titanium is a metal that is in high demand by those who want eyeglass frames that are both lightweight and distinctive. For those looking for a metal that offers a good lower-cost alternative to titanium eyeglasses, there is berylium,…
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Customized Eyeglass Lenses
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of June 1, 2019 Tinted lenses add a dash of customization to any eyeglasses. They are particularly popular in rimless eyeglasses and shields. Gradients are the most sought-after of the tints. They feature color shading that goes from dark at the top of…
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