Lens Options That Work as Hard as You Do
The right lenses can do more than sharpen your vision they can reduce eye strain, protect your eyes, and make daily life more comfortable. We’ll walk you through your lens options and treatments in clear, practical terms—no jargon, no pressure. Just smart recommendations for how to get the most from your glasses.
Common Lens Treatments and What They Do
Not sure what “anti-reflective” or “blue light filter” actually means? Here’s a breakdown of what’s available and what might work best for you.
Anti-Reflective Coating (AR)
Helps reduce glare from lights and screens, making your vision clearer, especially at night. This treatment also helps others see your eyes more clearly (no more reflection in photos or during meetings).
Good for: Night driving, office work, video calls, low-light settings.
High-Index Lenses
Thinner and lighter than standard lenses, especially helpful for people with stronger prescriptions who want a more comfortable, less bulky feel.
Good for: Strong prescriptions, lightweight frame fit, cosmetic appeal.
Blue Light Filter
Filters out a portion of high-energy visible (HEV) light from digital screens to help reduce strain, fatigue, and potential sleep disruption.
Good for: Adults and kids who spend several hours a day on devices.
UV Protection
Blocks harmful ultraviolet rays from reaching your eyes, helping prevent long-term damage like cataracts and retinal issues.
Good for: Everyone, especially those who spend time outdoors.
Scratch-Resistant Coating
Adds a hard finish to lenses to reduce everyday wear and tear, especially important for kids, active adults, or anyone rough on their glasses.
Good for: Everyday use, children’s glasses, backup pairs.
Photochromic Lenses (Light-Adaptive)
These lenses darken automatically when exposed to sunlight, then fade back indoors. No need to switch between glasses and sunglasses.
Good for: Convenience, light sensitivity, driving, walking, working between indoors and out.
In-House Lens Lab at Our Northgate Location
At Prairie Eye Care Northgate, we offer an in-house optical lab for faster turnaround times on your glasses. Whether you’ve broken a lens, need a quick replacement, or simply want to get your new prescription filled, our lab makes it possible. Our in-house capabilities allow us to:
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Edge lenses on-site for faster delivery
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Handle minor repairs or adjustments immediately
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Ensure quality control from start to finish
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Help with lens replacements for select frames while you wait
By cutting out the middleman, we’re able to get you seeing clearly and back to your routine sooner!
We’ll Help You Choose Lens Treatments That Work for You
Whether you’re getting glasses for the first time or updating your everyday pair, your lenses should work for your life not the other way around. Visit any Prairie Eye Care location to learn more about lens options and find the setup that’s right for you.
