ALCON LAUNCHES PRECISION1 NATIONWIDE

Alcon announced the nationwide launch of Precision1 one-day contact lenses, which the company says are designed to combat the top three drivers of new wearer dropout: poor vision, poor comfort, and handling issues.

Precision1 features SmartSurface Technology, which creates a microthin (~2 to 4 microns) layer of moisture on the lens surface. The core of the lens has a 51% water content, which steps up to 80% at the outer surface. Alcon says that this permanent layer provides longer-lasting surface moisture, supports a stable tear film for precise vision, and provides dependable comfort. The lens also provides ease of handling, according to the company.

Precision1 lenses are manufactured in verofilcon A silicone hydrogel material and feature a Class 1 ultraviolet blocker (≥ 90% of UVA, ≥ 99% of UVB), a Dk/t of 100 @ –3.00D, a core modulus of 0.6MPa, center thickness of 0.09mm at –3.00D, and a visitint. Parameters include 8.3mm base curve, 14.2mm diameter, and sphere powers of –0.50D to –6.00D (0.25D steps), –6.50D to –12.00D (0.50D steps), +0.50D to +6.00D (0.25D steps), and +6.50D to +8.00D (0.50D steps). It is packaged as five-pack trials and in 30-count and 90-count boxes. Call (800) 241-5999 or visit http://professional.myalcon.com . ■

ALCON INTRODUCES SYSTANE HYDRATION PRESERVATIVE-FREE

Alcon’s Systane Hydration PF Lubricant Eye Drops with HydroBoost Technology is a new preservative-free option for dry eye sufferers who have sensitive eyes and those in need of long-lasting relief, according to the company. Alcon says that it is used as a protectant against further irritation and to relieve dryness for the eye.

Patients who have sensitive, dry eyes who are using lubricating drops more than four to six times a day or those who are experiencing aqueous deficient dry eye would benefit most from Systane Hydration PF, according to the company.

Alcon says that the HydroBoost Technology is an exclusive combination of inactive ingredients that help retain the dual-active lubricants on the ocular surface, including sodium hyaluronate, a moisturizing substance that occurs naturally in tears; and HP-Guar, which helps provide better moisture coverage and absorption.

Systane Hydration PF is available in 30 single-use vials in select retail stores and online. Call (800) 241-5999 or visit www.alcon.com . ■

VALLEY CONTAX EXPANDS CUSTOM STABLE LINE

Valley Contax announced CS Twenty 20, an addition to the Custom Stable line of scleral lenses. CS Twenty 20 lenses have the same features as the original Custom Stable lenses including quadrant-specific adjustments and edge vault as well as spherical, toric, and multifocal options.

In addition, the CS Twenty 20 lens offers advanced prolate options. New technology achieves healthy clearance over any ectasia, utilizing steeper center zones and more profiled prolate limbal curves. Also, an enhanced landing zone profile improves customization and comfort, according to the company. Valley Contax says that the design also features a more sophisticated and intuitive limbal zone, with a new enhanced curve compensation that transfers lens weight, resulting in more successful fits and greater comfort for patients. Call (800) 547-8815 or visit www.valleycontax.com . ■

OVITZ DEVELOPS WAVEFRONT TECHNOLOGY LENSES

Ovitz Incorporated recently showcased its new Ovitz Xwave system, which works by utilizing a patented aberrometer device powered by machine learning and an AI software platform. Ovitz says that the result is a simple, effective, and affordable solution to creating wavefront-guided contact lenses, neutralizing higher-order aberrations of the entire visual system. People who have irregular corneas as well as those looking to further enhance their vision can benefit from this new vision technology advancement, according to the company. Call (833) 684-8987 or visit www.ovitz.us . ■

COOPERVISION NOW OFFERS BIOFINITY TORIC MULTIFOCAL

CooperVision recently announced the availability of its new Biofinity Toric Multifocal contact lenses. This latest addition to CooperVision’s flagship Biofinity family of lenses combines the optical designs of the Biofinity Toric and Biofinity Multifocal lenses: 1) Optimized Toric Lens Geometry, including uniform horizontal iso-thickness, an optimized ballast band design, a large toric optical zone, and a smooth continuous surface; and 2) Balanced Progressive Technology, which offers multiple zones of correction and is optimized for each sphere and add power, with the option of fitting a center D or center N lens. Like all Biofinity silicone hydrogel lenses, Biofinity Toric Multifocal features CooperVision’s Aquaform Technology, which offers superb breathability and higher moisture content to keep eyes comfortable and healthy, according to CooperVision.

Biofinity Toric Multifocal lenses are manufactured in comfilcon A, which has a water content of 48% and a Dk/t of 116 at –3.00D. It is approved for daily wear or for extended wear up to six nights. Parameters include 8.7mm base curve; 14.5mm diameter; sphere powers from +10.00D to –10.00D (0.50D steps after ±6.00D); cylinder powers from –0.75D to –5.75D (0.50D steps), axes of 5º to 180º in 5º steps; and add powers of +1.00D, +1.50D, +2.00D, and +2.50D. Call (800) 341-2020 or visit https://coopervision.com/practitioner/only-biofinity-toric-multifocal . ■

EYERIS LAUNCHES DAILY DISPOSABLE LENS

Eyeris, a Nashville-based startup company, announced the release of its daily disposable contact lens. The lens is comfortable, breathable, and soft on the eye, according to the company. When purchased with annual vision insurance benefits, Eyeris says that it is the most affordable yearly supply of a daily disposable lens. In addition, the Eyeris Daily lens has a base curve of 8.5mm and a diameter of 14.3mm, which makes it unsubstitutable online, according to the company. Sphere powers include +6.00D to –13.00D (0.50D steps over +4.50D and –7.50D).

The Eyeris Daily Lens contains emollients, hydration agents, and a cushioning agent. The softness of the hioxifilcon A (59% water, Dk/t of 31.25) lens material and its hydration characteristics carry patients to the end of the day with comfort, according to the company. The lens is only available through Eyeris’ network of practitioners.

Along with the lens, Eyeris has created trial lens packaging made from its own recycled contact lens molds. The Eyeris trial lens box doubles as a functional travel case and is made from the recycled molds of its lenses. The case also utilizes radio frequency identification (RFID) technology in the lens parameter label for inventory management; each night the display self-counts and re-orders what the office needs, according to the company. Call (833) MYEYRIS (693-9747) or visit www.myeyeris.com . ■

BRUDER OFFERS HYGIENIC EYELID CARE KIT

To make it simple to dispense and educate patients about comprehensive eyelid hygiene, Bruder has developed the Hygienic Eyelid Care Kit. The kit contains one Bruder Moist Heat Eye Compress, 10 Bruder Hygienic Eyelid Sheets, 30 Bruder Hygienic Eyelid Cleansing Wipes, and 1floz of Bruder Hygienic Eyelid Solution.

Patients can first use the Bruder Hygienic Eyelid Wipes to wipe away debris. Second, they can apply one to two sprays of Bruder Hygienic Eyelid Solution to their closed eyes to reduce the growth of bacteria and and other microorganisms. The Bruder Moist Heat Eye Compress can be used at any time to alleviate symptoms of meibomian gland dysfunction and dry eye. Hygienic Eyelid Sheets can be used along with the compress to keep it clean between washings, according to Bruder. Call (888) 827-8337 or visit www.bruder.com . ■