39dollarglasses.com News Articles

Lens Type News


Showing articles: 1-10 of 20 1 2 Next Last

More than 42.1 million people have seen Avatar in 3D 1) Avatar audiences asked to recycle 3D eyeglasses
February 24th, 2010

Many movie-goers have opted to see Avatar in 3D, which has led some to wonder what happens to the special eyeglasses after the film ends. Read More >>

The Grammys audience was treated to a 3D tribute for Michael Jackson 2) Viewers are treated to a 3D Michael Jackson tribute at the Grammy Awards
February 1st, 2010

Grammy viewers were treated to a novel experience when the Michael Jackson tribute was offered in 3D. Home viewers were able to pick up free 3D glasses at Target stores and tune in to the Grammy Awards to watch the scenes on their TV set come alive. Read More >>

Lenses with UV protection may keep the corneas healthy 3) Study suggests UV-absorbing contact lenses may be good for eye health
January 28th, 2010

A new study is suggesting that UV-blocking contact lenses may be more effective in preventing harmful sunrays than sunglasses and baseball caps. Read More >>

Some of the top surgeons performed the free treatment to improve vision 4) Top Cataract surgeons provide free surgery to patients in TV special
January 25th, 2010

The Eye Institute of Utah recently offered nine patients the chance to receive state of the art cataract lens surgery. Read More >>

Monocles are now a stylish accessory. 5) Are monocles making a comeback?
December 14th, 2009

A topic of debate among fashion bloggers and eyeglasses retailers this week centers on the resurgence of the monocle, an accessory poised for an unexpected comeback. Read More >>

lens implants improve adult patients' eye sight. 6) New silicon lens implants allow patients to see in high-definition
December 7th, 2009

Foxnews.com reports that an artificial lens can now be surgically implanted into the eye giving adult patients better than 20/20 vision. Read More >>

Snowboarders will appreciate PivLock V90 glasses 7) PivLock V90 glasses make skiing and snowboarding more comfortable
December 4th, 2009

For avid skiers and snowboarders, finding the correct eyewear can be difficult. Sunglasses with polarized lenses often provide the crispest view of the mountain side, but goggles protect more of your face, reduce exposure to icy winds and stay on more securely. Read More >>

8) Night driving eyeglasses don't help drivers
December 3rd, 2009

Many Americans are uncomfortable driving at night. Whether they are visually impaired or simply suffer from poor night vision, the presence of bright headlights, illegible road signs and street lamps that are few and far between can make safely navigating the roads difficult. Read More >>

Sunglasses are an excellent gift. 9) Sunglasses are the perfect stocking stuffer
December 2nd, 2009

Sunglasses make a great Christmas present for almost anyone on your list. In fact, if you have someone who's hard to shop for, this could become a go-to option. Read More >>

New contact lense offer the UV protection of sunglasses 10) Transition contact lenses available soon
November 11th, 2009

Contacts lens wearers rejoice! Those who wear corrective lenses can now benefit from the same technology that prescription glasses have been offering for years. The Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (IBN) in Singapore has developed UV-responsive, or photochromic, contact lenses. Read More >>

Showing articles: 1-10 of 20 1 2 Next Last


39dollarglasses.com RSS News Feed
©Copyright 2000 - 2010 39dollarglasses.com and its licensors. All Rights Reserved.