Glasses - Lens Options

There are a number of different lens options available that can significantly enhance both your vision and the appearance of the lens. Speak to one of our staff for further information.

Single Vision
Single Vision lenses correct your vision over the whole of the lens area and can be used for either distance or reading prescriptions.

Add an anti-reflection coating to your lenses for improved clarity.

Bi-Focal
Lens Options Bi-focal lenses contain two prescriptions in one lens and are therefore more flexible than single vision lenses for those who need them, since you can use the same pair for reading a book and driving a car.

The main type of bi-focals is a D-segment, which has a flat-topped reading segment - your local Haine & Smith practice can give you further advice.

Add an anti-reflection coating to your lenses for improved clarity.

Varifocal
Varifocal lenses enable you to see objects that are both far away and near to you, using just one pair of lenses. Varifocals have a blend of distance, middle and reading prescriptions allowing you to see clearly at all distances. Unlike Bi-focal lenses, varifocals do not have a visible line on the lenses. Varifocals may take a little time to get used to, but we find most people never go back once they have tried them.

Add an anti-reflection coating to your lenses for improved clarity.

Polarising
Unlike ordinary sunglasses, polarising lenses eliminate over 99% of the glare from horizontal surfaces, such as roads, water and snow.

Polarising lenses offer you 100% UV protection and are ideal for sporting activities, as well as driving and everyday use. They are particularly useful to wear for fishing.

Photochromic Lenses
Photochromic lenses react to light. When exposed to sunlight the lenses darken, but are virtually clear indoors.