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12-30-2020, 06:52 PM

Lori started a thread biodegradable eyeglass cases in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

Anyone here concerned about all the eyeglass cases in landfills? think about it for a moment. Half the world wears glasses, where are all those old...

13 replies | 608 view(s)

01-06-2021, 11:50 AM

ajonesgirl started a thread Helicopter pilot lens in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

I have a customer who pilots a chopper. He used to wear frames with a narrow "b" and a ST28. He leans out of his chopper to look at the ground. He...

12 replies | 565 view(s)

12-31-2020, 11:12 AM

Jaketull started a thread Zeiss Precision Plus. Is this lens still available? in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

Trying to order through VSP and it’s not in the drop down.

9 replies | 507 view(s)

12-28-2020, 08:01 PM

mearson1 started a thread Dispensing without a Licensed Optician in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

Hello! I recently started a new job at a chain store optical( with independent optometrist). I was informed today that employees can “ “ hand”...

7 replies | 615 view(s)

12-20-2020, 09:59 AM

Airegin started a thread Should mild phorias be corrected? in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

I've seen doctors who prescribe prisms to at least 50% of their patients and other who think even moderate phorias need no prism correction at all. ...

6 replies | 478 view(s)

12-16-2020, 12:24 PM

Lawman Nick started a thread Base curve chart in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

Does anybody have a handy dandy base curve chart link, or pic? We've had a pt come in a +5.00 in a 5b, and I gotta make sure thats right.

5 replies | 573 view(s)

12-18-2020, 08:14 PM

allanon started a thread Any experience with the Coburn HPE-910 or NO/DAC QM-X3? in Optical and Ophthalmic Equipment

We're motivated to replace our Briot Alta Pro with another edger before parts become hard to find. We want something fast, drills, has minimal...

5 replies | 410 view(s)

12-24-2020, 12:36 PM

smallworld started a thread 2020 was a rough year, what was your pit and what was your peak? in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

This year was the most challenging one in my almost 30 year career. My pit was having every patient tell me they hate wearing a mask. My peak was...

2 replies | 781 view(s)

12-17-2020, 09:59 PM

McAnerin started a thread Calculating Lens Thickness in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

I know the Opticampus site, among others, have various lens thickness calculators on them, however, I am interested in making one of my own, as a pet...

3 replies | 471 view(s)

12-22-2020, 05:19 PM

OptiATL started a thread Looking for equipment help in Optical and Ophthalmic Equipment

Hello, we are trying to finish stock lens in-house but we have no prior experience. From what I've heard this is not hard to do. So I have 2...

4 replies | 296 view(s)

01-11-2021, 03:47 PM

Quince started a thread Wide Women's Frames in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

Hello all! I'm on the hunt for some frame options that meet some very specific requirements. I have a young lady who needs a wide fit but has very...

4 replies | 175 view(s)

01-07-2021, 07:05 AM

DanTheEyeMan started a thread Define High Powered positive lens in Ophthalmic Optics

I am currently working through my coursework and on one question I have been asked: What do you understand by the term "High" power positive lenses...

3 replies | 263 view(s)

12-22-2020, 10:34 AM

The Eye Group-OPT started a thread Optician job – The Bay Area, CA – part time opportunity in The Job Board

High end private practice practice looking to add an optician. Hours the practice is open is 10-7 and could be asked to work shirfts durning any of...

0 replies | 854 view(s)

12-24-2020, 10:07 AM

juno started a thread Crizal Rock in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

So I was updating our insurance binders with all the formulary tiers, and I saw Crizal Rock listed under Eyemed. Has that actually rolled out yet? ...

2 replies | 355 view(s)

01-13-2021, 02:49 PM

ak47 started a thread William Morris frame in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

I would be greatly appreciative to anyone who is able to come up with a William Morris BL029 in black/gray gradient color 003 or to anyone who...

3 replies | 137 view(s)

12-16-2020, 06:00 PM

Airegin started a thread Meaning of "worn addition"? in Progressive Lens Discussion Forum

Since last week Hoya Mystyles arrive specifying the worn addition. Example below. What exactly do these numbers mean? Is the actual addition 2.22,...

1 replies | 375 view(s)

12-16-2020, 07:03 AM

higgins11 started a thread bladeless lasik in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

I have my LASIK scheduled for next week in a vision institute nearby. As I've read, many believe the bladeless decreases the risk of complications....

1 replies | 346 view(s)

12-25-2020, 09:53 AM

derrenp1 started a thread Hoya HVLL Coating in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

A pt had recently got a Hoya HVLL coated lens, previously all his older pairs are made with HVP. All pairs are made with 1.60 index material of...

1 replies | 294 view(s)

01-07-2021, 03:53 PM

mike.elmes started a thread flat top bifocal & trifocal poly and trivex transitions in Canadian Discussion Forum

Looking to see if anyone is getting a decent price on poly ft 28 Bifocals with transitions/life or trivex transitions. We used to get some decent...

1 replies | 220 view(s)

01-03-2021, 11:57 PM

surfer96815 started a thread Amblyopia - Any Special Fitting Instructions? in Progressive Lens Discussion Forum

My customer has only 10% vison in his right eye. Light and shapes only, zero focus. We will only use Progressive in his left eye (which is...

1 replies | 201 view(s)

12-25-2020, 06:23 PM

bamdoc started a thread haag streit bm 900 tilting platform in Optical and Ophthalmic Equipment

The platform for my bm 900 is tilting. It seems the tilt is from the vertical post that holds the horizontal post that supports the slit lamp. Any...

1 replies | 199 view(s)

01-08-2021, 05:43 PM

Barry Shepard started a thread Retail surfacing lab owner retires.....Surfacing and bench equipment available in Optical Marketplace

1 LOH V50 generator, used at retail , very good condition, owner retiring……$9995(Az) 1 Ultra Optics Mini 11 hard coating machine, used at retail,...

0 replies | 334 view(s)

12-22-2020, 12:57 AM

valiantdan35 started a thread Conect Briot Altima Teacer to an INDO EDGER Trough OMA Port in Ophthalmic Optics

Hello. Is it possible y To comunícate am OMA ALTIMA BRIOT TRACER to sn ONA PORT OF A EDGER INDO MAXINA VER. 1.6 OF OMA? Kind Regards, Daniel...

0 replies | 311 view(s)

12-26-2020, 05:23 AM

Kraken started a thread Varilux Essilor Comfort vs E design in Progressive Lens Discussion Forum

I need little help, my mother wear Serbian progressive lenses ( hard design ) with Transition. Coridors of the progressive is comofortable for the...

0 replies | 280 view(s)

12-17-2020, 09:46 AM

myeyeequipment.com started a thread Zeiss 745 VF unit in Optical Marketplace

Refurbished Zeiss 745 VF unit (with Blue/Yellow). Comes with a power table, Keyboard, patient response button and printer. Excellent working and...

0 replies | 229 view(s)

01-02-2021, 10:29 PM

shmiluy started a thread Brand Frame Franchise in Optical Marketplace

Our company owns the designer eyewear brand eyexlens. We sell Rx glasses through our company online channel eyexlens.com. We now welcome franchise...

0 replies | 195 view(s)

01-04-2021, 02:47 PM

HandsofTimeEyewear started a thread New Release: Titanium Drill Mounts | Hands of Time Eyewear in Optical Marketplace

Click here to view our new drill mounts! Made in Italy | Exceptional Prices | Internet-Free | No Minimums About Hands of Time Eyewear: We...

0 replies | 162 view(s)

01-04-2021, 09:49 AM

Jedi started a thread Fluorescein drops and/or strips in Canadian Discussion Forum

Does anyone have a "reliable" source for drops and/or strips, or even pharmacies they have used to compound drops? Preferably in Canada, but we are...

0 replies | 152 view(s)

01-08-2021, 12:02 AM

MarcArrington started a thread Optometrist need near Raleigh, NC in The Job Board

Optometrist need SW of Raleigh, NC- Outstanding Opportunity! Join this busy private Optometry practice that offers competitive pay and benefits. ...

0 replies | 137 view(s)

01-07-2021, 04:20 PM

Rocoboy started a thread Looking for part time Optometrist in Kitchener Ontario in The Job Board

Looking for a part-time optometrist in Kitchener, Ontario. We are an established office with a flexible schedule and strong patient-base. Please...

0 replies | 131 view(s)