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Improved Presbyopic Daily Disposable

CIBA Vision has introduced Focus Dailies Progressives with AquaRelease, an improved version of its daily disposable presbyopic lens that also includes a sustained release, blink-activated moisturizing agent to provide all-day comfort, according to CIBA. The company adds that the AquaRelease moisturizing agent may in particular benefit older wearers, who tend to have poorer tear films and drier eyes.

Focus Dailies Progressives with AquaRelease are manufactured in nelfilcon A (69 percent water). Parameters include a diameter of 13.8mm, base curve of 8.6mm and powers of +5.00D to –6.00D in 0.25D steps (effective add up to +3.00D). Call (800) 241-5999 or visit www.cibavision.com.
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Easy-to-use Fundus Camera

Nidek, Inc. has released the AFC-210 Pro Photographer, which Nidek says takes true 45-degree images without any cropping in a resolution of 12.8 mega pixels.

The AFC-210 is the first auto-focus, auto-alignment non-mydriatic fundus camera, with an additional macro setting that allows photos of the external structures to document lids and anterior ocular features. It also features a pupil size detector and will switch to the small pupil mode if required. According to Nidek, the automated design is so simple to use that someone with limited experience can take professional quality retinal images after just a few minutes of guidance. Call (800) 223-9044 or visit www.nidek.com.
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NIDEK'S AFC-210 ALLOWS EVEN NOVICES TO TAKE EXPERT RETINAL IMAGES.

Aspheric GP Lens for Advanced Presbyopia

AccuLens has introduced its Clarity Plus Extended Add lens, a new aspheric GP multifocal indicated for high presbyopic prescriptions from +2.25D to +3.50D add power, according to the company. Accu Lens states that the proprietary dual-aspheric design allows for an alignment fit without compromising sharp, stable vision at all distances.

AccuLens recommends Clarity Plus in a premium Paragon GP material. The company is offering a free $25 Visa Gift Card for practitioners who fit three new patients with Clarity Plus Extended Add lenses in Paragon material through the end of 2007. Call (800) 525-2470 or visit www.acculens.com.
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Sanitize and Moisturize Hands

Gulden Ophthalmics offers the GermControl Touchless Hand Sanitizing Unit and its companion GermStar Instant Hand Sanitizing Solution. The unit employs an infrared sensor to dispense disinfecting solution when hands are positioned at the dispensing nozzle. Gulden claims that the unit's touch-less design prevents cross- and recontamination from occurring. Users can adjust the dispensing volume of the disinfecting solution, and the unit's design has a patented gravity dispense so there's no motor to wear out, according to the manufacturer. The dispenser uses refill bags to eliminate evaporation, spills and overfilling.

GULDEN OPHTHALMIC'S GERMCONTROL TOUCHLESS HAND SANITIZING UNIT.

The GermStar sanitizing solution kills 99.99 percent of most disease causing microorganisms. It's self evaporating, leaves no residue and also moisturizes and softens skin, according to Gulden.

The unit is battery powered and can be wall mounted. Call (215) 884-8105 or visit www.guldenophthalmics.com.
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Reading Made Easier with Bright LEDs

Eschenbach Optik has introduced enhanced LED illumination in its System Vario LED stand magnifier handle and Mobilux LED hand-held magnifiers. The new LEDs provide bright, uniform illumination and are up to three times brighter than other brands even after 24 hours of use, according to Eschenbach. Call (800) 487-5389 or visit www.eschenbach.com.
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ESCHENBACH OFFERS MAGNIFIERS WITH THE BRIGHTEST LEDS ON THE MARKET.