The problem of high myopia

Myopia lenses have a significant peripheral thickness that increases with the negative power. This thickness creates an unsightly appearance, a burdensome weight, and peripheral optical aberrations.

SWISSLENS® Solutions

  • High indices

    Materials 1.67 and 1.74 for drastic reduction in thickness and weight. Improved aesthetics and wearing comfort.

  • Asphericity

    Aspherical surface design reduces curvature and peripheral thickness while optimizing the field of view.

  • Polished edges

    Aesthetically pleasing thick edges to reduce the "magnifying glass" effect and improve integration into the frame.

  • Suitable frames

    Advice on frames suitable for strong prescriptions, smaller sizes, oval or rectangular shapes.

Range available

  • Index 1.60 MR-8

    Moderate myopia, excellent thinness-to-optical clarity ratio.

  • Index 1.67

    Severe myopia, significant reduction in thickness.

  • Index 1.74 MR-174

    For very high myopia, the thinnest solution available.

  • Options

    All treatments, solar tints, photochromic, Blue Block available.