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Apogee lenses or standard progressive lenses: what are the differences?

When you reach your forties, presbyopia becomes a reality for everyone. Reading a text message, working on a computer, or driving at night can suddenly require more visual effort. Progressive lenses are therefore an essential solution. But not all progressive lenses are created equal.

At IRIS, Apogee lenses clearly stand out from the standard progressive lenses available on the market. Here's why. 

1. Customized design versus a generic approach

A standard progressive lens is designed based on average parameters. It adapts to a wide range of people, but without taking into account your lifestyle, posture, or eye movements.

Apogee lenses, on the other hand, are custom-designed. They take into account:

  • Your precise prescription
  • Your natural posture (reading, screen, driving)
  • Your daily habits

The result: more natural vision, without compromise.

2. Wider, more comfortable vision zones

In a standard progressive lens, the intermediate and near vision zones are often narrower.

This can lead to:

  • Exaggerated head movements
  • Increased visual fatigue
  • A longer adjustment period 

Apogee lenses offer:

  • Wider fields of vision
  • A smoother transition between distances
  • Less peripheral distortion

Vision becomes more stable, especially for prolonged screen work.

3. Faster adaptation to everyday life

Adaptation is often the main challenge with progressive lenses.

With standard progressive lenses:

  • Adaptation can take several weeks
  • Some people never get used to them completely

With Apogee lenses: 

  • Adaptation is generally faster
  • The “floating” sensation is reduced
  • Comfort is immediate or almost immediate

This is a major difference for new progressive lens wearers.

4. Technology optimized for modern lifestyles

Screens are now an integral part of our daily lives. Standard progressive lenses are not always designed for this reality.

Apogee lenses feature a design optimized for:

  • Extended computer use
  • Frequent phone use
  • Rapid transitions between screens and surroundings 

This results in less fatigue, fewer headaches, and better visual endurance.

5. Superior professional support

Choosing standard progressive lenses is often limited to selecting the prescription and frame.

Apogee lenses are part of a comprehensive approach:

  • In-depth analysis of your visual needs
  • Precise adjustments in-store
  • Personalized follow-up after fitting

This level of support makes all the difference in the long run.

Visit your IRIS store to learn more about Apogee lenses and experience the difference that truly personalized progressive vision can make.

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