ALCON LAUNCHES PRECISION1 FOR ASTIGMATISM CONTACT LENSES IN THE UNITED STATES

Alcon announced the U.S. launch of Precision1 for Astigmatism, a daily disposable, silicone hydrogel (SiHy) contact lens designed for astigmatic patients.

Precision1 for Astigmatism, born from the Water Gradient Technology of Dailies Total1, features the Precision Balance 8|4 lens design for a stable lens-wearing experience, according to the company. Alcon says that the lenses also feature SmartSurface Technology, a permanent micro-thin, high-performance layer of moisture that steps up from 51% water at the core to greater than 80% water at the outer surface.

Precision1 for Astigmatism is manufactured in verofilcon A, which has a reported Dk/t of 90 at –3.00D. Parameters include 8.5mm base curve, 14.5mm diameter, sphere powers from plano to –6.00D (0.25D steps), cylinder powers of –0.75D, –1.25D, and –1.75D in axes of 90º and 180º ± 20º in 10º steps, 0.10mm center thickness (–3.00D), and modulus of 0.6MPa. It features a class I UV blocker (≥ 90% of UVA, ≥ 99% of UVB).

Precision1 and Precision1 for Astigmatism are available in optical retailers/practices and online throughout the United States. Eyecare professionals, with or without fit sets, will have access to order trial and revenue lenses directly from Alcon or an Alcon-authorized distributor. Precision1 and Precision1 for Astigmatism began to roll out concurrently worldwide beginning in February 2021. Call (800) 241-5999 or visit www.myalcon.com .

PARAGON CRT LENSES NOW AVAILABLE IN 5MM BACK OPTIC ZONE

CooperVision Specialty EyeCare now offers 5mm back optic zone diameter (BOZD) customization for Paragon CRT and Paragon CRT Dual Axis contact lenses. The new option joins several existing customization choices, which the company says further expands myopia management possibilities for eyecare professionals. Paragon CRT is recommended for patients who have < 0.75D of corneal astigmatism based on keratometry values, and CRT Dual Axis is designed for patients who have > 0.75D of corneal astigmatism based on keratometry values to enhance the cornea-to-lens fitting relationship, according to the company. Call (800) 528-8279 or visit www.ecp.paragonvision.com .

VOLK OPTICAL OFFERS CLEARPODS TO PREVENT FUNDUS LENS FOGGING

Volk Optical released the ClearPod to solve the problem of mask-related fogging during fundus examinations. This patent-pending design was created in collaboration with ophthalmologists Dr. Bradley Sacher and Dr. Jeremy Wingard. The ClearPod clips securely onto the Volk fundus lens and forms a barrier, directing air currents escaping from the top of patients’ masks away from the lens surface for a clear uninterrupted view, according to the company. Small and light, Volk says that the device is designed to allow physicians to retain their natural grip on the lens. The shield on the device is carefully designed to accommodate the right working distance while providing maximum fog diversion, according to the company.

Apart from helping with fogging, Volk says that the ClearPod can also be used as an aid for students learning ophthalmoscopy. The ClearPod is currently available for the 90D and the 78D lenses. Volk plans to release ClearPods for its Digital Wide Field and SuperField lenses early next year. Visit www.volk.com or email volk@volk.com.