What is Anti Reflective Coating and Is It Worth the Money?

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

UPDATE! New Version of this video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3vbnmNsj992j9U

[@justincase9638]

Doc - your eyes are beautiful - I can't concentrate on the video...

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Good problem to have??

[@SuperBhavanishankar]

@@DoctorEyeHealth lol

[@IntrovertDhez4041odessa]

ang landi mo..

[@doms5014]

He’s just got a light circle around the camera

[@vals74]

Are you wearing colored contact lenses?

[@jasentheawesome]

I could tell the difference between the two. I guess what I appreciate the most about your videos is that you genuinely care. You don't have an agenda. You are not trying to upsell me on something, but educate. That makes your videos excellent.

[@russellcannon9194]

I'm surprised you did not mention ghost lights. My first glasses did not have an AR coating, and at night, bright lights would be reflected back into my eyes from various angles so that I would see many more lights than there actually were. This made night driving very difficult and confusing-especially in unfamiliar areas. AR coated glasses eliminated this completely. For me, this was a safety issue. Cheers, Russ

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Hey Russ! Thanks so much for the awesome comment. Very good point. Glad the AR coating helped👍💯

[@Asiansxsymbol]

Ghosts don't exist.

[@d1zputed23]

@@Asiansxsymbol I think he doesn't mean literal ghosts

[@seinfan9]

@@Asiansxsymbol Thanks for the info, bro.

[@shaanlal1592]

@@Asiansxsymbol wait REALLLYYYYYYYYY

[@iSim0641]

Every 2 years I had to replace my lenses because of the AR started to peel off. The optometrist never said a word about it when I complained about the premature wearing. She told me that it was because of the temperature gradient in winter between outside and inside...What a rip off. Now that I know it is the AR, I will look for the fancier one that don

[@Composite1618]

So that's why these anime villains have these scary shiny glasses when they push them: They don't have anti-reflective coating.

[@watcher8327]

😡

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

HAHAHA that's hilarious! I will never not think that now.

[@Composite1618]

@@DoctorEyeHealth Thank you for replying! I'm taking a Master's course in photonics this semester that touches on ophthalmology, and your videos about topics such as this, contact lenses, and LASIK have been really helpful supplementary videos in my studies!

[@MarkAnthony-wl5vo]

Broke anime characters

[@christinacunningham4493]

Just came from the eye doctor. We were so confused with their explanations. You made it all so much more clear!! Thank you so much!

[@alplain1788]

You should be the most famous optometrist channel in the universe

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

👍👍😎💥💯

[@ilyaashcheulov2594]

@@DoctorEyeHealth I fully confirm 💪.. Greetings from Russia! 👋 colleague 👀

[@pandabear631]

Loved the video…I feel we’re taken advantage of a lot when buying lenses and especially lens coating “options” when buying glasses from your typical Omnivision etc. businesses. Man they hit me with over 300.00 purely for lens “options” and I’m really relying on your videos to get to the bottom of this….my prescription is very slight and it’s time we educate ourselves on eye lens function,features, prices, and brands also the difference between necessity and pushy sales tactics..we need to know especially because your vision is not only the most important of your 5 senses but the windows to the soul.

[@grumpyelderberry3005]

I got glasses without it one time. Never again I would see reflection of my eyes in the glasses. So much better with the AR.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

I know the feeling! I somehow made it all the way to optometry school before my professor laughed at me and made me get it.

[@Matanumi]

Eh... I have polarized lenses and as annoying as the glare is... I actually like it without because the reflection from the outside ads mystery to the eyes... I wish they would just add it on one side but some dealers don't know how to do that

[@knipsx]

What do you mean you would see your reflections of your eyes

[@daltonhodge4418]

He had no choice becoming an eye doctor, they all have they same voice and his is that top tier level eye doctor voice

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

💯Thanks Bob!

[@celestial.dreamer7028]

LMAO

[@cyberjoe77]

Doc thanks for the video. I always thought these add-ons especially the AR, were just a way to boost the prices of eye glasses. No one has ever really explain the benefits when ever I got glasses.

[@moiratechwitch]

I haven't watched the video and the only thing I can say is: get the coating... It will just make your day nicer

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

⚡ QOTD: Were you able to tell the difference between the glasses with AND without the anti-reflective? Do you have any other questions about AR coating LMK! 👇👇👇

[@shtiven17]

DoctorEyeHealth yeah, totally able to tell the difference, the anti-reflective ones looked waaaaay better!

[@alanaragon4126]

Great video! Can I add a.r to my glasses that I have owned for about 3 weeks now? And if so, what is the approx cost of this addition? Thanks again!

[@tammyhunsberger130]

I had a doctor's office ask if I want a coating that last one year or a better coating for two years🤔. Of course there was a price difference. I took one year. Upset because there is always many hidden cost. Is there really different coatings?

[@dailyvideos4052]

What is anti reflective photochromic lenses?

[@eindroid]

@House Essentials AR benefit against lens clear enemies, Polarized lens benefit against glare , AR coat can completing polarized.

[@MartinNeep]

It would be great if you could do a video comparing the different AR coatings and what their reflex colours look like. I'd be really interested to see a comparison between Duravision and Crizal.

[@truthmerchant1]

Another really important advantage of an anti-reflective coating is if you have a high prescription. It eliminates the 'coke bottle' effect (where there appears to be concentric rings in the lenses).

[@michaelzeisler2257]

The only drawback is keeping them clean they smudge a lot

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Very true...That is where using dish soap works really well.

[@mikelarry5230]

@@DoctorEyeHealth yep dont use lens cleaner wipes it kills it

[@deesticco1719]

I was going to ask this question !!! Why does it get so smudgy ?

[@aliblue3605]

I need to clean mine all the time, I hate that drawback.

[@whitehorsesinthesky3887]

In dusty areas like Kansa s you are doomed with anti reflective glasses.

[@ccdg19]

I love your optical. Im a licensed Optician in NY and i have never worked in a nice place like yours.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Thank you! we just had it remodeled about 2 years ago. It was by Eye Designs.

[@AdityaBasu92]

Sums up all the points to consider when you're deciding on -- get, or don't get the AR coating.

[@topotone]

Can you talk about all the various add-ons that will be presented when ordering lenses? Seems like there are quite a few that will take the cost up significantly. You’ve discussed AR coatings, but I recall being offered an assortment of other options. Would like to know if they are worth it. Thanks!!

[@inamhassan3422]

The new Sapphire coating of crizal is amazing it almost reduces 97% of reflection.

[@MikeTXBC]

Yeah, but it scratches if you so much as breathe on it.

[@curlyhairdudeify]

I have two pairs of TF eyeglasses that I got with regular lenses at the store, then I got a third pair of TF which I ordered online. And to my surprise, they arrived with an AR coating. I regret not getting the other two pairs with an AR coating it really makes a drastic difference.

[@yolandioberholzer9767]

Wow, your eye colour is amazing!

[@ethandonohoe]

One thing not mentioned is depending on the glasses shape light from behind or to the side of you can cast a reflection on the inside of your lenses. It’s crazy annoying. Opted out of coating my most recent ones and I’m regretting it.

[@Vanny_Dorito]

Just received a pair of glasses with the Crizal coating and it's leaps and bounds better than my last pair with another A.R. coating. Enough so that I did a little digging around to learn more about it. Really good stuff.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Happy you like it!

[@bernadettehurst6541]

My takeaway from this video is that if I buy a camera or telescope it will have anti-reflective coating, but if I buy a pair of glasses I get soaked for more money if I want the coating. By the time you're finished with "add ons" the glasses become unaffordable.

[@linwilllogan]

This was a wonderful explanation. I was just at the eye doctor today and he got mad at me when I asked to see the different types of coatings=( I'll take your advice and get the Crizal coating. Thank you!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Happy to help!

[@lovehelping456]

He probably didn't have any different type of coatings or didn't know them. Change your doctor.

[@MM-gi2nn]

linwilllogan Change Dr.! 🙂

[@savystylist8051]

If he got mad at you... hope u took your business elsewhere. :)

[@rickrichards9238]

I've had the Crizal coating and it was very good

[@victoriasinger7963]

I was first introduced to anti-glare coating to eliminate the reflection of my eyes, which was seriously distracting!

[@yigalf.6136]

You are brilliant - pure delight listening to you. You make everything so clear, (like with AR coating....). I get a feeling of comprehensive understanding of the subject. Thanks for making these videos for us.

[@charlespratt8663]

While it hasnt happened to me I have seen many instances of coatings fail rendering the lens's unusable.

[@theendofit]

I was told that the coating does deteriorate though from salt water or from stronger cleaning chemicals withch will leave you with ruined lenses. Thus if your the type to always wear glasses even while in the water or you work with cleaning chemicals that might splash now and then you might want to pass on the coating

[@نَذِيْرْيُوْسُفْ-ح5ع]

I eventually got prescription eyeglasses. I’m learning a lot about eyeglasses. Thanks D.E.H.

[@sherwinurbano3602]

Doc. May i ask? Do dishwashing liquid remove my anti radiation on my eye glassess?

[@bzrbuzzy]

My question is longevity of the coating. I need my glasses to last as long as possible. How long before it starts flaking n looks bad?

[@eriecomrad2835]

It’s a must, absolute beneficial. thanks We need AR

[@divyanshupathak2069]

This was really really helpful Joseph. Thank you so much for making such an easy to understand and comprehensive video.

[@21whichiswhich]

I wonder if there's glasses that are anti finger prints? I tend to touch my eye glasses frequently. 😄

[@amandagutmann9273]

Yeah, they're called oleophobic coatings. Zenni Optical offers it on their site.

[@MarkAnthony-wl5vo]

Bad habit and dirty. Ew break that habit

[@alejandramartinez0720]

A very clear and simple explanation for our patients. some times they think it's to expensive and not worth it, I going to use the same verbiage, they will understand more than just a cosmetic coating.

[@phantasticinnovation]

Thank you for making this video. I really needed this because I’m about to order my glasses.

[@favouredlisa8218]

Mine work really well when I am driving at night.

[@geraldl1401]

Have Essilor crizal sapphire and transitions 7 coatings on my progressives (varilux x) and BOY do they make a difference in visual clarity especially driving at night.

[@meversace]

What did you spend? $3000?

[@surajjaiswal1823]

This Video really helped clear my understanding with Anti-Glare on both sides vs Anti-Glare on one side vs Non-Anti-Glare glasses. I now prefer to go with Anti-Glare on both sides glasses without any confusion. Thanks a lot.

[@essielmedina3906]

Thanks a lot Dr. I would like to see a video comparing the AR coating vs the "new technology" Blue block filters on the lenses.. Like the video!!!!!

[@beepbeep2072]

Me too!

[@Michael_De_La_Rosa]

Great video!! I've been trying to figure out the features and benefits of an AR coating for about a year. This video explains so much better than my optometrist's staff.

[@Yartarb]

Omg my glasses AR layer started to bubble and flake! It’s so annoying!!

[@JESSEPAVON]

This shouldn’t even be an option, ani reflection should just be a must on all lens

[@lukassp6004]

They should use this type of Anti Reflective Coating glass on Oled Tvs!

[@deesticco1719]

Dr your view #s are sky rocketing ! ! Congrats ! You are such a blessing to all, as eyes are subject to deteriorate for all human ! See your passion and heart in it !

[@abdullahe3674]

Do you have contacts on ? The colour of your eyes... Could you make a video on coloured lens. Kind regards

[@dathyr1]

It is 2022. Thank you for explaining and now have a better understanding how antiglare works on glasses. Take care

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Cheers!

[@kt2186]

could i get both anti glare and anti reflective on my glasses??

[@orlandofebres7604]

I have Daltonism and playing Pickleball I noticed that my AR glasses help me see better as oppose to my non-ar which help with seeing more vivid colors; so it's back to the DRAWING board to see what AR's work "best" for me - - Thanks Doc; great video!! 😇😇😇🤴😇😇😇

[@louisestaats234]

I wish I had clicked this video first and saved a lot of time. Thanks for explaining it all so well!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Thanks Louise! Glad you found the video so helpful!

[@aerowyn8555]

You are very informative and articulate. Love your videos. Nice rug, by the way.

[@jameslastimoso5404]

My eyes are destructed by your cuteness doc!!!😣😄

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

👍

[@osafkhan4388]

(1)In Sunglasses Anti Reflection coatings present or not? (2)Which coating colour is best for Anti Reflection Lenses for eg their are many coatings in market like Green Coating,Blue Coating,Yellowish Coating etc.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Most sunglasses do not have anti reflective on the front or back surfaces of the lenses, but higher quality sunlenses have the coating on the back side. Most coatings do not have a specific color for you to choose from, it depends on the company/product you are purchasing as different companies may have their own formula. My favorite right now is the Crizal Saphire 360, which has very little reflection at all. but seems like a faint light blue.

[@Imhotep397]

Hey Doc, does getting a mirror coating eliminate the need for an AR coating?

[@adoraikwuemesi8431]

Are there glasses that don't reflect the ring lights? That's the problem I have, my old glasses didnt show ring lights when I did videos but my new crizal sapphire does. This is a great disappointment as I really thought the whole point was to look better in pictures and videos. My old lenses were zeiss.

[@Savan.13]

Thanks You for explaining everything in very easy way🙌🏻

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

My pleasure 😊

[@feliceferri]

4:50 brochure changing position. Thanks for the video

[@borisxer]

watching from the Philippines bro,I always go to your channel whenever I have questions about my glasses and vision,thank you for educating us.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Hey thanks Boris! If you have any other questions please let me know!

[@borisxer]

sure,thanks bro God bless you🖤

[@Meldsic]

Thanks a lot, this video have helped me basically understand what I wanted to know about glasses.

[@happytime9615]

Thanks for your wonderful video. My question is when the AR coating surface is scratched, can you put a new coating on ?

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Unfortunately, no. The machines that put the AR coating on are very particular. Basically super expensive heat vacuum chambers with chemicals, and can’t put pre cut lenses inside

[@dk-jy3ug]

I had an eye exam a week ago and when ordering new glasses the optometrist told me they had 3 levels of anti-reflective coating available. My insurance would only fully cover the standard level so that's what I chose. But I'm wondering if there's really a significant difference between the levels and if it's worth it to pay extra for a higher level.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Really good question and I'm preparing a video to review just that! But there is a difference between the standard and higher quality ones. The higher the quality the less color reflections and the more light passes through at different angles. They also add on anti scratch and anti dust technology

[@dk-jy3ug]

@@DoctorEyeHealth Thanks, look forward to seeing that video.

[@paulanderson79]

I've been wearing coated lenses for over thirty years. Not all coatings are created equal. The same applies to AR coatings. Like tyres (tires for USA), you generally get what you pay for. I've worn many brands; - eg. Hoya, Kodak, Rodenstock, Carl Zeiss. In general higher market lenses are coated at the factory. This gives a more consistent and usually much more durable finished result compared with those lenses coated at the lab where they're fitted into the frames. I'm currently wearing Carl Zeiss Progressive Precison Superb, 1.67 index and Zeiss' Lotutec coatings. My wife has same lenses but the Zeiss Duravision Platinum coating. This is more expensive product than Lotutec but it's a b*****d to keep clean. Lotutec, meanwhile, is extremely hyrophobic and oleophobic. Dirt almost falls of 'em. In short, I wholly recommend AR coatings to anyone. Buy a couple of large microfiber lens towels, keep the towels clean, don't scrub at the lenses and you'll experience no problems. If they're filthy then dilute dish washing soap and a rinse under the tap before cleaning will prevent damage to the coatings.

[@JennySimon206]

How long have they lasted? That is the magic question. We have no doubt they will be awesome at first dude.

[@alannorr]

For many years my optometrist has been telling me that the new A R coatings are better than the old ones, and sucked me in to trying them again. They are no better. Granted, they are clearer when they are clean, but are impossible to clean. Doesn't matter how you try to clean them, they always look like the dog licked them. Dish soap is the best, but they are never clean. Always streaked. If they ever need cleaning and you are not near any dish soap, you have the terrible experience of spending the day looking through streaked glasses. I don't need that kind of grief, so I now have the regular lenses. Every day I am glad I didn't listen to somebody who makes extra cash selling A R coated glasses.

[@SuperBhavanishankar]

Doc I have three questions on Crizal Prevencia- 1. Are they Anti-blue light spectacles? 2. Are they Computer glasses? 3. Which is better than Prevencia lenses?

[@jackievernon3687]

Yea crizal Prevencia does contain a blue light filter. I (as an optician) would reccomend Prevencia as an excellent addition to computer glasses. There is a good A/R called Crizal Sapphire that has excellent clarity but has no blue light filter.

[@SuperBhavanishankar]

@@jackievernon3687 Thank you doc! you are the best 😇 💙 From India

[@kylealme7428]

Great video. I just got AR glasses and since I sit at a computer most of the day, they suggested a "Duravision Blue Protect" lens to block out Blue Light. I am noticing a bit of a yellow hue, especially when outside. Sometimes to the point where I'm lifting my glasses to know the difference in color. In your opinion, do the pro's of Blue protect outweigh the yellowish hue to the lens?

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Hey Kyle! I personally like the blue protect. There are different brands and lenses that have different levels of blue protection, but in general the more blue protection the yellower the lens. If you are not a big fan of the yellow, consider talking to the optical about having them switched out. Transitions lenses with the Preventia coating will give you 30% blue light protection without having the yellow hue I personally have a pair of Kodac total blue lenses that block 80% but have just a slight blue color that I dont find bothersome unless I am painting or doing something that requires correct color perception. Otherwise I find them rather calming.

[@shamilaibrahim-nb5vf]

Am one of your fan of channel it's superb video with clear explanation.about antireflective glasses 👌

[@mmarjisr]

Thanks for the video it helped me decide on the coating that it's worth it

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Glad I could help

[@davidminor1254]

I work in the produce section of a major grocery store chain and constantly going from salesfloor into 2 cold stockrooms. When coming back onto the salesfloor from the stockroom my glasses fog up. The fog has wedged itself in between the lens and the AR coating and isn't able to be cleaned according to the eyglasses store I purchased them from. I believe AR coating is NOT worth it. Now the lenses also look scratched. The store I bought them at should replace my lenses for free because I was never informed of this happening. Never ever get AR coating on glasses period!

[@BlackBeltGamers88]

AR Lenses really do look much different! I'll have to keep my eye out for that next time I do a batch of interviews! Also, you mentioned crazing or craze of the lenses but never really explained what that is. Curious! :)

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

It is basically where the coating chips off or distorts due to excess heating or improper cleaning. If you look back at the lenses shown at that scene you can see how the lenses look really bad...yeah you don't want that.

[@gerard7417]

@@DoctorEyeHealth and if we did get that how would we clean it ????? Or get rid of it without being forced to buy a new pair

[@christiner3948]

Great information! I'm a professional driver and can't see at night...I thought it was my eyes, now I think it's my glasses! Unfortunately my insurance only covers the absolute very bare minimum. I think this is causing my eyesight to be worse! I have to tilt my head up to see while driving at night and everything is still super blurry, etc. Can't read signs, can't read addresses... but fine during the day. Also I'm constantly taking my glasses off to read anything or look at things close up, or else it's super blurry. I can't see anything at all driving without them though, so it's required. Also I clean them, blink, and they're all smudged again.

[@BennyKleykens]

What's often omitted are the disadvantages. An AR coat wears fast, after 2 years the 'craze' is so bad you'll want new glasses. In the vid it's claimed that the newer types don't do this but it is then very important to get that type of AR coating! Otherwise, stay away from AR if you have the choice (higher index glasses come with AR whether you like it or not). Under +/-3 you don't need high index (=thinner) glasses. Be aware. Index 1.74 is really only necessarry from +/- 10. Opticiens tend to oversell : 1.74 or 1.67 is far more expensive, and not necessary for most people.

[@catbirdler]

Not necessarily true. My prescription is -6.75 and I've always used high index lenses. It gives you much more flexibility in choice of frames, for example, being able to use a thin metal frame (rather than thicker plastic) which wouldn't work well with a regular lens. Especially for nearsightedness, it means less lens sticking out of the frame at the sides and less bulk overall.

[@franky_2024]

My prescription is +2.75 and +3.25 I don’t think I have high index lenses because these glasses make my eyes look bigger

[@JennySimon206]

Not true. Just watched a video and he said EVERY coating will eventually break down.

[@jewelleryaddict]

Was public speaker for over 20 years. Wanted the audience to be able to see my eyes as I made presentations. It makes a big difference for the better.

[@Dustin_Platt]

Crizal Sapphire is where it's at.

[@MikeTXBC]

I hate anti-reflective coatings. Sure, they reduce glare, but they not only smudge super easily, but they attract dust and lint, and above all, scratch at the slightest touch. Seriously, I can use a microfiber cloth after wetting the lens with the eyeglass cleaning fluid given to me by the same store I got my glasses, and I will ALWAYS have at LEAST one new scratch by the time I'm done. Normally I get about 2 to 5 scratches each time. Add in the tiny spot-like pock marks that seem to appear, and anti-reflective coating isn't worth all the hassle. I'd rather deal with some glare than have to replace my glasses in six months because they're scratched up so badly I can't even use them.

[@rehahm1]

Hello Sir, I truly appreciate your video, I am someone suffering from retinitis pigmentosa being bothered a lot by the sunlight during the day, it will be appreciated if you can suggest a good sunglasses to reduce glare during theday

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

There are so many good brands! Maui Jims and Costa are 2 of my favorites. With RP, you may want to look into a wide wrapped sunglasses that blocks out even lights coming in from the sides.

[@drjoannagoodman]

Thank you for sharing your expertise. If long-distance glasses (intended for driving) with anti-glare protection do not visibly reduce any glare, does it help to have the lenses additionally tinted (50%) or what is the best solution? Is it better to opt for adaptive lenses? My main problem is being blinded by modern LED lights from on coming traffic at night. I must be particularly light sensitive. My prescription is +1.50 and I do not wear glasses permanently. For reading, my prescription is add +2.25 for both eye. Thank you

[@therealdeal3672]

Dr Allen, the ring light makes your eyes look magical!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Hahaha thanks for noticing! I have since stopped using the ring light but maybe some day I will pull it out again.

[@berniebass3575]

Appreciate all your knowledge it helps me pick my next pair of glasses thank you. ✋

[@shaikimran3926]

Nice video doctor

[@phunghuyhoaofficial]

Are there no scratches glasses, please? Hope you answer my comment ?

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

There is a new lens from Essilor called "the rock" which is supposed to be way more scratch resistant. I would ask about that one.

[@OttmarFlorez]

Muy informativo, gracias doctor ojitos.

[@GTarget-95]

I love this channel very much, cos I myself wear 👓 and have upgraded them to have AR-Coating protection. Very helpful and beneficial, thanks for the eye health seminar, very much appreciated.

[@moseslee5721]

Thanks for all the info!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@dl5fse990]

Another place this is applied is phone screens, like an iPad! Not all of them have it, but I know the Pro models do Also the cosmetic thing is a big benefit - my current classes don’t have them, and man is it hard to get a good selfie

[@itsmesebah832]

i totally forgot about AR- coating after ordering my glasses, can i still get the coating after i get the glasses?

[@lexbeltran1354]

As long as there's no scratches on the lens

[@vominator]

20+ years I never got the anti reflective coating. Didn't think it was worth it. So last couple pairs of glasses I finally did. WHOA. For sure worth it for the $5 it cost. It is a whole new world at night. Like I had been looking through fog for the last 20 years.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

So happy to hear that!!

[@craig-3799]

Coatings are a scam. They scratch more easily than in the past (especially the glass lenses) and sometimes cost more than the lenses. There are so many complaints on the internet about these coatings that I think there needs to be an investigation of this industry.

[@jonathan87689]

Privateacc - lol.

[@paulanderson79]

Been wearing coated lenses for over thirty years. No problems yet.

[@diannawright742]

Going to be getting new glasses very soon. You just helped me make my shopping list of things I will need concerning my lens. thanks

[@imtoojazzy]

I went to the eye dr and they talked me into upgrading to premium anti glare coating for an extra $80. I was reluctant because my insurance covered a basic antiglare at 100%. Anyways I just so happened to call my insurance and the office billed me for basic and took my money for the upgrade. I ended up getting my money back and left the glasses there and got my benefits reinstated because I couldn't tell if I had gotten what I paid for. Is there a way to tell basic anti glare coating vs premium anti glare? If so whats the difference?

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

WOw. Thats a crazy story. Really sorry to hear you had that experience. It makes me angry that a place would try and pull that. Happy you got the money back and the benefits reinstated. It can be pretty difficult to compare sometimes, depending on the brands. BUT I will see if I can make a follow up video on it so I can SHOW you what it looks like. Cheers

[@imtoojazzy]

@@DoctorEyeHealth ok! Thanks so much😊 Happy New Year

[@linwilllogan]

I'm very much looking forward to this follow up =)

[@starkravingmad51]

In my opinion, no. You can however, sometimes tell by the color whether or not it is a blue light blocking AR. Usually much more Blue/Purple in color. I personally have not worked with everyone brand on the market but between the ones I do, there is no way to tell what level and AR is by looking at it. Of course if its crazing or coming off, its probably a low level, standard coating. (Optician)

[@jamesthewineguy]

I only order AR coated lenses - especially for me as a video producer it is important and overall happier with the way they look. Worth the extra cost.

[@aiybhee8370]

hi! i love your videos... Very informative... i have a question, can a blue lense / blue blocking lense be an anti glare?

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Thank you Ivy! Glad your enjoying the videos. It really does mean a lot to hear that. I am actually going to release a few videos on blue light protection here in the next few weeks. But in short, to answer your question, Yes blue blocking can also be an anti-glare. However, the anti-reflective coatings on the market with the blue blocking technology that I am aware of...only block roughly 20% of blue light. Happy thanksgiving!

[@aiybhee8370]

@@DoctorEyeHealth Wow nice... yes please i'll be waiting for more videos.. thank you so much 😊❤

[@GYANICHASMABABA]

Yes they can

[@josephallemandrade9563]

Where are these eyeglasses, sunglasses, contacts, lenses company sponsor this doctor already hes so detailed its my comfort video

[@Thr33.Sid3z]

The only problem with the Anti-Reflective layer is that is comes off easier than you would think! The ppl who made it, didn't factor in weather change and elements in the air, bcuz lemme tell you, my Raybans look terrible with all this pealing effect. I'd rather deal with the reflection!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Over time some coating do come off, especially older coating technology. Heat often causes more problems.

[@Catalin40Ro]

This happend to me too. I posted above. After 1 year you are ending up with a dirty like lens aspect more dangerous for the eyes. I cannot spent money for expensive glasses at 6 months time. Unfortunatelly those are things that sellers do not tell.

[@lexbeltran1354]

@@Catalin40Ro There are online optical stores like eyebuydirect and Zenni. Their prices are very reasonable and glasses are high quality

[@Lightsidegun]

Thanks Doc! This answered a question I've had for a long time.

[@otiebrown9999]

Can you help a person go from 20/50, to 20/25, in 6 months. Or is that impossible.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Depends on what the visual problem is. Such as a retinal disease that needs treatment or maybe amblyopia? Otherwise optical correction is often the easiest answer for improving vision.

[@savystylist8051]

What is the average cost of this coating? And Is dish soap really the best method for cleaning eyeglasses?

[@MsTracyBennett]

This is a great video!!!

[@carolchristiansen635]

I didn’t know what it was when I purchased it. But I’m so glad I got it.