Progressive lenses have transformed the eyewear landscape, providing a seamless transition between near, intermediate, and distance vision. However, ensuring ease of adaptation for patients has been an ongoing challenge. At HOYA, our commitment to enhancing the patient experience has driven the evolution of the iD LifeStyle lens family.
The 5 key problems with progressive lenses
Over the years, we have sought to address the five primary errors and problems associated with progressive lenses. Here are the key problems and how we have used technology to solve them.
1. Locating the reading area
One common challenge with progressive lenses is the difficulty patients face in locating the reading area, as there is no visible line distinguishing it. By taking advantage of both sides of the lenses using iD technology, this problem has been expertly addressed, providing a short feeling corridor for improved convenience.
2. Width of reading area
Widening the reading area is essential for increased comfort during daily activities. Through innovative iD technology, we successfully expanded the reading area, ensuring a more comfortable and versatile visual experience for patients.
3. Imbalance when lowering eyes
According to a recent study, almost 90% of patients are anisometropic or have a difference in prescription between each eye. For these patients lowering the eyes often leads to a vertical imbalance in traditional progressive lenses. The evolution of Binocular Harmonization Technology (BHT) has solved for this issue, allowing for precise and effortless focusing, depth of vision, and stability.
4. Imbalance with shifting gaze
Traditional progressive lenses may cause a vertical imbalance when patients lower their eyes and shift their gaze laterally. The introduction of 3D Binocular Vision eliminated this uneasy feeling in peripheral areas, ensuring a smoother and more comfortable experience for wearers, leading to fast and easy adaptation.
5. Astigmatic errors in peripheral areas
Astigmatic errors in peripheral areas have been a persistent challenge. While these are currently not being compensated for, HOYA Vision Care is committed to addressing this concern in the near future with our next advancement in progressive lenses
The history of iD LifeStyle lenses
The iD LifeStyle family began as a solution to common problems associated with progressive lenses. Each iteration aimed at refining and enhancing the wearer's experience by introducing cutting-edge technologies.
iD LifeStyle: where it began
Our venture into progressive lens technology began with the introduction of iD technology, a groundbreaking dual-sighted approach integrating front and back lens surfaces. This marked the inception of the iD LifeStyle family, characterized by significantly reduced distortion and shorter feeling corridors. Patients found it easier to locate their reading zone, contributing to faster adaptation and improved comfort.
iD LifeStyle 2: emphasis on personalization
Building upon the success of the first LifeStyle lens, iD LifeStyle 2 embraced the concept of personalization. It introduced two distinct lens designs, Harmony and Clarity, tailored to indoor and outdoor lifestyles. This allowed wearers to choose based on their daily activities, ensuring both comfort and personalization.
iD LifeStyle 3: more personalization with Binocular Harmonization Technology
As the LifeStyle family expanded, iD LifeStyle 3 responded to the diverse needs of wearers by offering three lifestyle-focused choices: Indoor, Urban, and Outdoor. This lens also introduced Binocular Harmonization Technology (BHT), addressing the challenges faced by wearers with different prescriptions in each eye. This true binocular solution enhanced reading comfort, revolutionizing the progressive lens experience.
iD LifeStyle 4: everything plus 3D Binocular Vision technology
The latest addition to the iD LifeStyle family, iD LifeStyle 4, represents the pinnacle of progressive lens technology. This lens encompasses all the advancements of its predecessors while introducing 3D Binocular Vision technology. By addressing vertical imbalances in the horizontal or near-peripheral areas, iD LifeStyle 4 ensures wider, more comfortable lenses, reducing uneasy feelings often associated with peripheral distortion and creating a fast and easy adaptation
Offering value to your patients with advanced lens technology
The iD LifeStyle family's progression has been marked by continuous improvement, addressing specific challenges at each stage. From locating the reading area to minimizing imbalance, we hold true to our commitment of refining progressive lens technology.
Understanding and communicating the benefits of advanced lens technology is crucial for offering real value to patients. By speaking the patient's language and highlighting the tangible improvements in comfort, stability, and visual clarity, ECPs can build trust and satisfaction among their patients.
What’s to come?
As we reflect on the journey of iD LifeStyle lenses, we are proud to say that HOYA Vision Care celebrates two significant wins in Vision Monday's 2023 EyeVote Readers’ Choice Awards: "Best Spectacle Company" and "Favorite Progressive Lens Brand, iD LifeStyle®." Voted by eye care professionals and retailers, these accolades affirm HOYA's unwavering dedication to excellence.
HOYA Vision Care remains focused on pushing the boundaries of progressive lens technology to ensure ease of adaptation and unparalleled comfort for wearers. That way, ECPs can continue to offer the best solutions to their patients.
For more information on iD LifeStyle lenses and how they can benefit your practice, explore our resources and consider incorporating these advanced technologies into your offerings.
- Understanding three binocular technologies that drive clear, comfortable vision for PAL wearers (11 pages)
- iD white paper
- Binocular Harmonization Technology™ white paper
- Personalize lenses to improve patient satisfaction
- Main Viewing Distance vs. Working Distance: Know Which Multi-Focal Lenses to Prescribe
Frequently Asked Questions
How does iD LifeStyle 4 improve upon its predecessors?
iD LifeStyle 4 introduces 3D Binocular Vision technology, reducing peripheral deformation for faster adaptation and enhanced comfort.
When will astigmatic errors in peripheral areas be addressed?
HOYA is committed to addressing astigmatic errors in peripheral areas with the next round of binocular lens technology.
How can I communicate the benefits of iD LifeStyle lenses to my patients?
Tailor your communication to the patient's language, emphasizing improved comfort, stability, and visual clarity in day-to-day activities.
How does iD LifeStyle 4's Binocular Harmonization Technology improve reading comfort?
BHT ensures a true binocular solution, especially for wearers with different prescriptions in each eye, enhancing reading comfort and overall visual satisfaction.