Thinner Lenses: How Much More Expensive Are They?

Verithin lenses are made of a special type of plastic that bends light more effectively than standard plastic or glass lenses. This means that they can be made thinner than regular lenses, while still providing the same level of correction for refractive errors. In fact, Verithin lenses are 33% thinner than CR-39 plastic lenses, making them lightweight, comfortable and more aesthetically pleasing.

Verithin™ lenses are 33% thinner than CR-39 plastic lenses

Regular plastic lenses have a refractive index of 1.50, which is adequate for correcting mild to moderate refractive errors. However, for the correction of higher refractive errors, a high-index lens with a refractive index above 1.50 may be recommended. High-index lenses have a refractive index ranging from 1.53 to 1.74. A lens with an index of 1.74 could be up to 50% thinner than a regular plastic lens with an index of 1.50, with the same optical prescription.

Verithin™ lenses are therefore a great option for people with strong prescriptions, as they are lightweight, comfortable, and great-looking in all frames. They are also durable and provide superior clarity.

Verithin™ lenses are lightweight and comfortable

Verithin™ lenses are 33% thinner than CR-39 plastic lenses, making them lightweight, comfortable and attractive. They are made from a special type of plastic that bends light more effectively than standard plastic or glass lenses, meaning they can be sculpted with less material than regular lenses of the same prescription. The higher the lens' refractive index, the less material it requires, and the thinner it can be.

Regular plastic lenses have a refractive index of 1.50, which is adequate for correcting mild to moderate refractive errors. However, for higher refractive errors, a high-index lens may be recommended. High-index lenses have a refractive index above 1.50, ranging from 1.53 to 1.74. A lens with an index of 1.74 could be up to 50% thinner than a regular plastic lens with an index of 1.50, with the same optical prescription.

For those with strong prescriptions, plastic lenses can often become very thick, causing glasses to be heavy. Verithin™ lenses are therefore a great option for those with high levels of farsightedness or nearsightedness, as they are lightweight, durable, and provide superior clarity.

Verithin™ lenses are made from a durable, hi-index plastic

The refractive index of regular plastic lenses is 1.50, which is adequate for correcting mild to moderate refractive errors. However, for higher refractive errors, a high-index lens may be recommended. High-index lenses have a refractive index above 1.50, ranging from 1.53 to 1.74. The higher the refractive index, the thinner the lens. For example, a lens with an index of 1.74 could be up to 50% thinner than a regular plastic lens with an index of 1.50.

Verithin™ lenses are therefore a great option for people with strong prescriptions. Traditional plastic lenses can get very thick and unattractive for people with high levels of farsightedness or nearsightedness. In contrast, Verithin™ lenses are thin, discreet, and easy to wear, providing superior clarity.

Verithin™ lenses have superior clarity

Verithin™ lenses are made from a hi-index plastic that is 33% thinner than CR-39 plastic lenses. This makes them lightweight, comfortable and great looking in all frames. They are also durable and easy to wear.

The lenses are particularly suitable for people with strong prescriptions, as traditional plastic lenses can get very thick and unattractive. Verithin™ lenses are a great alternative, as they are thin, discreet and lightweight.

The thinness of the lenses is due to the material's ability to bend light more effectively than standard plastic or glass lenses. This means that Verithin™ lenses can be sculpted with less material than regular lenses of the same prescription. The higher the refractive index of a lens, the less material it requires and the thinner it can be.

Regular plastic lenses have a refractive index of 1.50, which is adequate for correcting mild to moderate refractive errors. However, for prescriptions above 2.00 diopters, a high-index lens may be recommended. These lenses have a refractive index above 1.50, ranging from 1.53 to 1.74. A lens with an index of 1.74 could be up to 50% thinner than a regular plastic lens with the same prescription.

Verithin™ lenses are thin, discreet, and easy to wear

Verithin™ lenses are made from a special type of hi-index plastic that bends light more effectively than standard plastic or glass lenses. This means that they can be made with less material than regular lenses of the same prescription. The higher the refractive index of a lens, the thinner it is. Verithin™ lenses are 33% thinner than CR-39 plastic lenses, making them lightweight, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing in all frames. They are also durable, discreet, and easy to wear.

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