Here at Eye Care Specialists of Michigan, we offer a variety of different lens types, lens materials, and enhancements that are suitable for everyone’s style and preference! We are now accepting VSP, Eyemed, Davis, NVA, VBA, EyeQuest, and more vision insurance options. If you do not have vision coverage, we offer a 30% discount for ALL AARP members. Schedule an appointment with us today and we would be happy to check your eligibility with Insurance!
Lens Types
Single Vision – The most common type of prescription lens. This features a single field of vision throughout the entire lens for correcting nearsightedness (myopia) or farsightedness (hyperopia).
Bifocal – Bifocal lenses have two viewing areas divided by a visible line; a larger viewing area for distance and a smaller portion near the bottom for reading (presbyopia).
Tri-focal – Similar to a bi-focal, a Tri-focal has an additional line above the reading portion that offers an intermediate viewing area.
Progressive – A blended bi-focal that offers a distance, intermediate and reading portion within the lens without the visible line. Many prefer this option for cosmetic reasons.
Lens Material and Enhancements
Anti-Reflective – A clear coating on the lens that helps prevent reflection when driving at night time or when using a tablet or computer, as well as, increasing the longevity of your lenses.
- Crizal Avance – Everyday wear to reduce glare while driving, overhead lighting and watching TV.
- Crizal Prevencia – For increased computer/tablet usage. This has a built in blue light filter that helps light transfer safely through the eye. Many use this for a computer pair of eyeglasses.
Polycarbonate – A thinner and lighter option than plastic, poly-carbonate is an impact resistant lens. These are ideal for kids or active adults.
Hi-Index – A thinner and lighter option than polycarbonate. Most commonly used for patients with a higher correction to help center the prescription as well as thinning the lens so they are lighter weight for everyday use.
Transition – An added coating that allows the lenses to change from light to dark when inside or outside with 20% UV protection. However, due to the UV protection on windshields, this does not allow for them to transition in a vehicle. We do offer an extra-active transition that allows the lenses to transition in vehicles but will have a permanent light tint on the lens when indoors.
Polarized – 100% UV protection. Commonly used for prescription sunglasses for patients who do not wear contacts. We also offer polarized sunglasses for those who do not need a correction.
Chemistrie Clip – Out of pocket cost. As of now, NO vision insurance cover this enhancement. This is a magnetic clip on that is built into your lens to provide a 100% UV protected lens when outdoors. Many patients choose this option if they do not like transitions or prefer to not have to switch from two different eyeglasses.
