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Multifocal lenses were introduced to the Australian market in the 1980s and superseded Benjamin Franklin’s bifocal design.
As society has become more technology focused the demands placed on vision at different distances has increased dramatically.
Multifocal lenses help people see clearly in the distance, close up or with computer work.
Some people experience difficulty adapting and are disappointed they don’t perform as well as they had hoped.
Zacharia Naumann Optometry has invited Rodenstock Lens specialists to share their expertise and help people understand the technology.
“There is a great range of multifocal lenses available and many designs are just outdated," Kathryn Naumann said.
"New technology is delivering some amazing results.
"We have the experts who are happy to share their expertise and explain how your visual experience could be improved."
Rodenstock selected Zacharia Naumann Optometry to launch Australia’s first DNEye Scanner in July 2018.
DNEye measures the anatomy of the eye and gathers data that has previously been unmeasurable.
This data, collected from more than 7000 points across the eye, can then be used to make a highly customised, individual lens.
“It’s a very exciting time to be in optics and innovation like this is really delivering some outstanding results," Zac Zacharia said.
"We can now offer a customised lens design that considers your facial features, the frame you select, your main visual activities and the actual anatomy of your eye.
"This level of customisation is the way of the future. It really does deliver a high-definition experience.”
Some common concerns of multifocal wearers are narrow reading area, having to raise the chin to read, sore neck and too much distortion in the periphery of the lens.
Multifocal lenses are like a pair of cross trainers for the eye.
Suitable for every day use and most activities but when you run a marathon you need a specific pair of running shoes.
The advent of computers, mobile phones and tablets means we are needing perfect vision across many distances.
This is where multifocal or digital lenses come into their own.
The optical industry has responded quickly to this visual demand with many options.
“With the exponential growth and reliance upon digital devices people are needing assistance across many distances with their vision," Kathryn Naumann said.
"A well-designed multifocal can help in these cases as it offers that very important intermediate distance.”
Zacharia Naumann invites anyone who is interested in lens design or who wants to discuss their experience to reach out to them.
“We have three Rodenstock lens experts who love solving problems. We are looking forward to showcasing our DNEye technology."