Are your eyes sensitive to light? Do your glasses often get scratched?
Lens treatments can dramatically enhance the quality of vision and the durability of lenses. Moreover, lens treatments can help protect your eyes from UV rays, glare, blue light and so much more!
Our hi-tech, high-quality lens coatings provide superior durability, performance and protection.
Whether you're looking for tinted lenses, UV protection, scratch-resistant or polarized coating—we've got you covered!
What Are Lens Treatments & Coatings?
Lens treatments are added layers applied to existing lenses, or are manufactured along with the lenses. They add features that enhance your vision or eye protection.
Lens treatments or coatings improve the performance of any kind of lens. Looking for tinted lenses, anti-reflective coating, UV protection or polarized features? Check out our selection!
Which Lens Treatments Are Best for You?
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UV protection
The UV rays in sunlight can be harmful to the eyes, and may increase your risk of cataracts, macular degeneration and other eye conditions. Lenses that block 100% UV help to ward off various eye conditions and damage.
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Scratch resistant
Scratches, while not likely to affect your lens performance, are an annoyance that can interfere with clear vision. That’s why you should always request scratch-resistant lenses (treatment) for your eyeglass lenses.
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Anti-reflective
For fashion, comfort and clarity, anti-reflective treatments are the way to go. They make the lens nearly invisible, and cut glare from headlights, computer screens and harsh lighting.
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Photochromic
Photochromic lenses automatically darken in bright light and lighten indoors, so you can enjoy eye protection anytime, anywhere – indoors and out!
Our Wide Range of Lenses
Selecting the right eyeglass lens depends largely on its function. From single-vision lenses to progressive polycarbonate lenses, we are happy to help you find what best suits your needs. At Metropolitan Optical – 18th Street, we have a full-service optical lab that produces your lenses with the latest state-of-the-art technology.
Longer Lifespan of the Lenses
Glare Reduction for Safer Driving
Protection from Accidental Scratches
Easy to Clean Due to Water, Dirt, Grease and Dust-Repellant Layers
Attractive Sun Lens Tint when Outdoors
Exceptional Indoor Clarity
100% Protection Against UV Rays
Glare Reduction
100% Protection Against Harmful Blue Light
Reduces Eye Fatigue
Improved Visual Comfort
Glare Reduction
100% Protection Against UV Rays
Richer Contrast & Visual Clarity
Reduces Eye Fatigue
Improved Visual Comfort
Find out more about what lens coatings can do for you! Talk to us about how to optimize your glasses so you can see better and protect your eye health.
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High Performance Lens Care
Who doesn’t love putting on a pair of freshly cleaned glasses?
Clean your eyeglasses daily to keep them squeaky clean and crystal-clear. In fact, proper care is essential, as it will ensure flawless vision and will help your lenses last longer. So, pop on over and we'll be happy to demonstrate how to best clean your specs!
Book an appointment for an eye exam and lens treatment consultation at Metropolitan Optical – 18th Street in Washington to get the most out of your glasses!
Lens Treatments FAQs
Many lenses today made of polycarbonate materials already have scratch-resistant features built in. However, most lenses are made of a resin known as CR-39, which doesn’t automatically include any lens coatings, so if scratch-resistance is important to you, ask your optician to confirm you are purchasing the right lenses for your lifestyle.
If you wear glasses you already understand the frustration of seeing your lenses fog up as soon as you step inside from the cold. Small water droplets fog up your lenses when the surrounding temperatures are warmer than the lenses. Anti-fog coatings help prevent lenses from becoming cloudy no matter the weather.
Even the best lens treatment can’t 100% guarantee that your lenses will never be scratched. However, the higher the quality of the coating, the better the protection.
Polarized coatings are anti-reflective, so they reduce glare from the sun, snow, water and pavement. If you plan to use your glasses around water or snow, these lenses let you see objects in sharper detail and can make colors look more vivid.
Lens Treatments & Coatings in Washington
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- Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
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