Frames
We will help choose a frame that best suit your face, personality, and prescription as well as function. These factors are important to optimize the use of your glasses. Some of our collections include Modo, Serengeti, Maui Jim, Lacoste, Flexon, Nine West, Koali, OGA, Lightec, Vera Wang, Roots, Beaver Canoe, Encore, Takumi, Easy Clip, FYSH, Evatik, Kliik, Berlini, Incredible, Success, Zylart, Fusion, Milano, Pacini, Metallix, Fasio, Euroflex and Circles.
Modo -Minimalist, light weight sophistication made with quality materials. They do charitable work in their Buy a Frame, Donate a Frame, Buy a Frame, Plant a Tree and collaboration with Waste Free Oceans programs.
LACOSTE
LACOSTE
Flexon
KOALI
OGA
Berlini - An eclectic collection of frames made in Italy.
Incredible - Stylish, flexible plastic that is lightweight, comfortable and made in Italy.
Vera Wang - Balancing modern design with timeless elegance.
Roots & Beaver Canoe - Canadian staples. Casual, athletic, hip and outdoor styles for all ages.
VERA WANG
FYSH
FYSH - Vast selection of bold colours, intricate patterns and unique shapes for strong and ambitious women who embrace individual style.
Evatik - Minimalistic with a polish, refined look for today's modern man.
Kliik - Clean, modern Scandinavian design with bold colours for those who need smaller sizes.
KLIIK
EVATIK
Lenses
Not only is choosing the right frame important but also the right type of lens. Dr. Bassi will help determine which lens is the best suited for your needs. We carry a wide range of premium lenses from Nikon, Hoya, Zeiss, Essilor, Maui Jim and Serengeti.
Types of Lenses
Single Vision - corrects vision in a specific distance
Progressives - commonly known as the “no-line bifocal”, usually needed after the age of 40, increases in magnification as you go down the lens to give distance, mid-range and near vision
Computer - provides midrange vision at the top of the lens and near vision at the bottom of the lens, great for desk work
Bifocals - “with the line bifocal”, again used after the age of 40 which gives distance and near but no mid-range vision.
Technology & Treatments
Digital Surfacing - new technology in the making of lenses which is computer generated to help reduce distortion and provide more accurate results, available in single vision and progressive lenses
High Index Lenses - used mostly for higher prescriptions to reduce the thickness of the lenses
Scratch Coating - a protective layer to help reduce scratches
Anti-Glare Coating - used to reduce glare especially for night driving, reading and computer use, also includes the scratch coating
Blue Filter Tint/Coating - help to reduce blue light that can cause digital eyestrain, headaches, alter circadian rhythms, worsen dry eye symptoms and cause retinal disease
Nikon SeeCoat Blue
Blue Filter -
A Solution for Digital Eye Strain
Sun Protection
Tinted lenses help protect the eyes from harmful UV and blue light and provide comfort by reducing the amount of light and glare entering the eyes. We will help select which option best suit your needs whether it be sunglasses, transitions or clip-ons.
Sunglasses
Polarized and non-polarized lenses with variable levels of tints and mirror options.
Maui Jim superior lenses provide 100% UVA, UVB and UVC protection, filters about 95% of harmful blue light and eliminates about 99.9% of glare. Their Polarized Plus 2 lens technology offers durability and clearer vision making colours vibrant.
Serengeti distinctive sunglasses provide 100% UVA and UVB protection, filters about 85-95% harmful blue light and eliminates about 99.9% of glare. Their Spectral Control photochromatic technology allows different amount light in depending on the lighting conditions while providing enhanced details and colours. This is a great option for those who find sunglasses too dark at times. They also offer a non-polarized option which is great for pilots who need to see LED controls. Their durable coating helps resist dust, smudges and in their trivex material, fog.
Clip-ons
Clip-ons are tinted (polarized or non-polarized) lenses that attach onto a frame (either magnetic or with prongs) and is a cost-effective option to providing eye protection and comfort. If the frame supplier does not offer a clip-on option, we can custom make one for your frame. Eco, Easy Clip and Takumi are some collections that offer polarized magnetic clip-ons.
ECO
TAKUMI
EASY CLIP
Transitions
Transitions lenses automatically darken when outside and lighten when inside. They are convenient for those who prefer not to carry an extra pair of sunglasses or clip-ons and gives up to 85% harmful blue light and 100% UVA and UVB protection. They now come in more tints allowing different levels of light in.
Safety & Sports Eyewear
Clip-ons are tinted (polarized or non-polarized) lenses that attach onto a frame (either magnetic or with prongs) and is a cost-effective option to providing eye protection and comfort. If the frame supplier does not offer a clip-on option, we can custom make one for your frame. Eco, Easy Clip and Takumi are some collections that offer polarized magnetic clip-ons.
Accessories
We also carry lens cleaners, microfiber lens cloths, glasses cases, straps, glasses holders (some look like jewelry!), screwdrivers over the counter reading glasses.
Warranties
Most frames and lenses come with a 1 to 2 year warranty for defective workmanship. Details will be provided at the time of purchase. There is also a 90 day guarantee if you cannot adapt to the progressive lenses, we will change back to single vision lenses or bifocals at no charge (assuming new costs do not exceed the original costs).
Also, Dr. Bassi will recheck the prescription at no extra charge if there are issues with your new glasses. If the glasses were purchased elsewhere, the dispenser will be responsible for rechecking the workmanship of the glasses.
© 2021 Dr. Anita Bassi
202-844 Bathurst Street
Toronto, Ontario
M5R 3G1