Freedom ID

A Lens for Work or Play

Not every one sees things the same way— in fact, most people’s visual activities differ widely because of varied hobbies, occupations and environments. X-Cel Optical Company advocates the use of different lens styles and materials to accommodate those varied activities encountered daily by the individual eyeglass wearer. However, practically speaking, most people wear a primary pair of glasses most of the time. Freedom ID was designed with this in mind—to be the best primary pair of progressive lenses available for every individual.

ID stands for integrated design. Freedom ID combines improved visual acuity with improved fit, easy adaptation, and the benefits of several different lens materials to bring visual freedom to the wearers as they move through the different activities of their lives. And, the overall design of Freedom ID and its availability in a wide variety of lens materials meets this objective.

Who Benefits?

Typical presbyopes whose horizontal eye movements exceed vertical movements in common visual tasks such as driving, computer use, TV viewing, active recreational activities or hobbies.

Those who desire “high utility” of the reading area (visual acuity at 17–18mm) with the lowest unwanted astigmatic presence in both near and distance viewing areas. Perfect for reading, artistry, desk or office work and avocations of all kinds.

Eyeglass wearers who depend on their lens material to provide applied-benefits like impact and UV protection, flexibility, comfort, scratch resistance, sun and glare blocking—lens materials that meet most lifestyle and comfort needs of today’s active progressive lens wearers. Discerning eye care practitioners who demand the latest progressive technology for their patients—those whose patients are happy at work and at play with the great vision provided by their Freedom ID progressive lenses.

Freedom ID Features

17mm Fitting Height
A great choice for contemporary frames— large or small

More comfortable vision while engaged in the majority of visual activities

Midsize Corridor
Deeper cross section at near vision

Uniform corridor width
Easier transition from distance to near vision

Wide Viewing Zones
Wide cross section of clear vision at the fitting point

Wider viewing angles for comfortable distance viewing
High visual utility area for distance viewing
Early patient acceptance and adaptability

Wide cross section of clear vision at near

Wider viewing angles at near
Larger, more comfortable reading area
High visual utility for reading and near tasks

Multi-Design
Multiple designs for base curve and add power

Separate right/left configuration
Design varied by base curve for better Rx match
Varied by add power to better match wearer’s need

Multiple Materials

Patients can be fit with the lens material that is most suited to their most common activities at work and play
Or, they can select the same lens design in more than one lens material

Flatter Curves

Improved lens cosmetics
Better fit into most frames

Easy Adaptation

Low unwanted astigmatism
Soft forgiving design

Lens Materials

Aris™ Trivex™—provides high abbe, high impact resistance, durability and light weight, offering clearer vision, eye protection, and comfortable wear, and is especially suitable for drill mount or rimless frame mountings. Transitions® Lenses—provide comfortable vision and UV protection indoors or outdoors.

Polarized—provides the best glare protection and visual comfort in bright or reflective light environments. Glass—provides superior scratch resistance, optimal visual acuity, in a wide range of clear, photochromic or polarized colors.

23 material/color choices to choose from
    Hard Resin 1.50 clear and Transitions® Gray
    Aris™ Trivex® clear and Transitions® Gray
    High-X™ 1.67 clear and Transitions® Gray
    Polycarbonate clear
    Glass clear, PGX®, PBX®, Thin & Dark® Gray and Autumn Gold™
    Polarized Hard Resin Gray C and Brown C
    Polarized Polycarbonate Gray C and Brown C
    Polarized Glass Gray A & C, Brown A & C
    Polarized Photochromic Glass Gray, Brown and Autumn Gold

Wearer’s View™ Technology

Starting with the concept that FreedomID lenses will be worn by the patient while engaged in a wide variety of visual activities, extensive research and measurements were made with the latest ray tracking technology. Wearer’s View™ imitates normal use of the human eye in different situations. With this in mind, field of view, angular relationships, vertex distance and pantoscopic tilt are all components of the design. Also considered are lens parameters like index and thickness. Consequently, the FreedomID lens was designed to provide wide viewing zones in both distance and near and minimum unwanted astigmatism.

Achieving Success

It Starts in Reception

The first step in selecting a FreedomID candidate should be to obtain lifestyle information. This can easily be done with the Visual Assessment Form. This form should be handed out in reception as a prerequisite of the exam. It aids the doctor and dispenser in recognizing the specific needs of the patient. It prompts the patient to talk about how, when, and where they need the best vision their eyeglasses can provide.

It Continues in the Exam

Assess patients’ medical, visual, and lifestyle needs.
Provide specific recommendations for lenses.
Make recommendations, but explain that dispensary staff will provide further education.

It Concludes in the Dispensary

Keep explanations simple. Be positive by describing what new lenses will do for the patient. Create positive expectations.
Be prepared to work off of the Visual Assessment Form and the doctor’s recommendation, and demonstrate FreedomID as the best choice.
Have a plan. Tell a story. Keep testimonials in mind. Keep and use good professional samples.

Fitting—No Changes Needed

Adjust the new frame or replica trial frame.
Measure and record patient’s monocular PD with a pupilometer and fitting height with Y-Stick2.
While wearing the new frame, ask the patient to demonstrate head (line of sight) positions when engaged in work or recreational visual tasks. Observe the head posture of the patient.
Take the fitting height measurements and modify according to your observations.
Check the lens cutout using the template.

FreedomID FAQs

What are the primary features?

Designed by special technology, that imitates the wearer’s view
Wide distance vision zone, compared to other popular brands
Soft design lens
Flatter base curves for nicer looking lenses
17mm fitting height, suitable for fashionable frames
Available in several lifestyle materials

How is it measured?

Wearer’s View™ analysis software
Class by Rotlex (surface analyzer)

What does it do for the wearer?

A better fit for more patients, the majority of the time
Wide distance vision for work and play
Allows use of fashionable frames

What does it do for doctors and dispensers?

High rate of fitting success—pleased patients and referrals!

What does it do for doctors and dispensers?

Top Competing Brands	FreedomID	A	B	C	D
Dist. vision Cyl. width area (up to 0.5D), mm	10.8	10.8	10.0	9.0	9.8
Near vision Cyl. width area (up to 1.0D), mm	12.2	10.5	12.5	14.0	12.0
Full add-power achieved from fitting cross, mm	15.4	16.1	17.0	15.3	16.5
85% add-power achieved from fitting cross, mm	12.1	12.5	11.8	11.7	11.9
Max. unwanted astigmatism, Diopters	2.17	2.25	2.41	2.14	2.15
Channel width (up to 1.0D), mm	6.7	6.5	7.1	6.7	7.1