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Q: What are atLast!® Enhanced Multifocals?
A: atLast! is the first in a new category of lenses called Enhanced Multifocals that incorporate new composite lens design technology to provide wearers with spacious and continuous intermediate vision that is missing in standard lined multifocals.
Q: How does atLast! differ from ordinary bifocals?
A: Ordinary bifocals only provide 2 areas of vision, distance and near, separated by a big power jump. atLast! lenses offer four ranges of vision: distance, far-intermediate, intermediate and near. The distance and far-intermediate zones are separated by a soft power jump while the far-intermediate through near zones are continuous.
Q: How do they differ from progressive lenses?
A: Unlike progressives, atLast! Enhanced Multifocals have an embedded segment that when combined with a power gradient delivers wider and more stable areas of vision from intermediate to near. With atLast! lenses there is a soft power jump that separates the distance zone from the beginning of the far intermediate vision.
Q: Is there a power jump associated with atLast!?
A: With atLast! there is a soft power jump when transitioning from distance to far-intermediate vision – 70% less than a bifocal of equal power.
Q: Who should wear atLast! Enhanced Multifocal lenses?
A: Current bifocal and trifocal wearers are the primary candidates. atLast! is also an excellent solution for computer users, progressive lens non-adapts or a second pair for progressive wearers who need more intermediate.
Q: Why should I recommend atLast! over a traditional bifocal?
A: atLast! lenses provide your bifocal wearers with better vision by offering clear vision from near to far-intermediate as well as offering a more cosmetically appealing lens.
Q: Should I fit atLast! lenses instead of a progressive lens?
A: No, not unless the progressive lens wearer is unhappy in his/her progressive lenses. atLast! lenses are a better solution for your current bifocal wearers. Continue to offer progressive lenses to customers who prefer the continuous vision of progressives.
Q: Are atLast! Enhanced Multifocals appropriate to wear when working at the computer?
A: Yes. atLast! lenses provide a wide and stable range of powers, from far intermediate to near. Unlike bifocals, AtLast! lenses actually increase the range of near and intermediate vision by more than 10X that of a bifocal. They are a great option when working at the computer.
Q: I understand that atLast! is a composite lens. What is a composite lens?
A: Composite lens technology uniquely combines advanced lens design technologies and well-known, proven lens materials. The atLast! lens combines a power gradient with an embedded power segment using two lens materials that are molecularly bonded.
Q: Is the power segment visible?
A: The power segment is semi-visible when looking through the back of the lens, and virtually invisible to those looking at the wearer.
Q: In what composite materials is atLast! available?
A: The first lens material available will be Composite 67. Composite 67 is a combination of a 1.67 index material and Trivex® (1.53). These two lens materials are molecularly bonded to form a composite lens.
Q: What is the power range availability of atLast! Composite 67 (clear and Transitions® lenses)?
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Q: Can anti-reflective coatings be added to atLast! Enhanced Multifocals?
A: Yes, atLast! will be compatible with a number of manufacturer’s anti-reflective coatings. Your PixelOptics Sales Representative will update you as the AR availability expands.
Q: Is atLast! tintable?
A: Yes.
Q: Is atLast! available in Transitions® Lenses?
A: Yes, atLast! Enhanced Multifocals are available in a Transitions lenses option (in both a gray and brown tint color).
Q: How should I fit atLast! Enhanced Multifocals?
A: atLast! lenses are extremely easy to fit. All you need to do is fit the top of the segment 2 or 3 mm above the lower eyelid and provide a distance P.D. measurement. A complete Fitting & Dispensing Guide is available through your laboratory or PixelOptics sales representative.
Q: What is the minimum fitting height of atLast! lenses?
A: The minimum segment fitting height is 14mm.
Q: Should I specify monocular PDs?
A: Monocular PD’s are not required unless the patient has 2 mm or more monocular PD difference between each eye. In that case, provide a monocular PD measurement.
Q: Should I specify dissimilar segment heights?
A: No, since the segment is visible to the wearer, we have found that patients are most comfortable when both segments are at the same height. That means order both right and left lenses for the lower of the two heights that were measured. When eyes are more than 3mm different in height, use the average of the two values and order both lenses at that height.
Q: How do I verify atLast! lenses in a lensometer?
A: 1) Review the atLast! verification instruction card for complete instructions (supplied by your distributor or PixelOptics sales representative).
2) Dot the semi-visible engravings and apply masks to each lens
3) Measure the distance Rx 6-8mm above the Prism Reference Point (or 8-10mm above the segment line)
4) Measure the add power at the Near Reference Point
Q: Will all wholesale laboratories stock atLast! lenses or is there a list of laboratories who stock the lens?
A: atLast Enhanced Multifocal lenses will be available through a number of distributors. For a complete listing, contact your PixelOptics sales representative or visit PixelOptics.com.
Q: Can I edge atLast! lenses in my office?
A: Yes. To minimize errors, contact your laboratory or edger manufacturer for instructions that are specific to your edger or visit PixelOptics.com to download our Finishing Guide.
Q: What point of sale tools will be available to promote atLast!?
A: At this time, we will provide patient brochures, counter cards, and demonstration tools to help educate your customers about the features and benefits of atLast! lenses. We will continually update our point of sale tools.
Q: Is there a verification mask for atLast! Enhanced Multifocals?
A: Yes. Contact your distributor or your PixelOptics representative for a supply.
Q: Who is PixelOptics?
A: PixelOptics Inc. is a Roanoke, Virginia based company that is entering the global eye care market with the objective of introducing “transformational innovation” in the spectacle lens category. Described as a composite lens company, PixelOptics was founded by Ronald Blum, O.D., former General Manager of Advanced Technology for the Johnson & Johnson Spectacle Lens Group and an eye care professional who has 30 years of optical industry experience.
Q: Why did PixelOptics develop atLast! Enhanced Multifocals?
A: In supporting the objective of “transformational change,” PixelOptics recognized that there are over 50 million bifocal wearers worldwide who need and want the benefit of intermediate vision. New atLast! Enhanced Multifocal is designed to give bifocal wearers a better solution in the lens style they prefer.
