Which statement about anti reflective coatings aligns with standard practice?

• A. They should be recommended only for athletes
• B. They should be avoided for all lenses
• C. They should be recommended to all patients
• D. They have no impact on glare

Answer: (C)

Anti-reflective coatings reduce reflections on lens surfaces, letting more light reach the eye and cutting glare from bright lights, screens, and headlights. This not only improves comfort and visual clarity but also makes the lenses look thinner and less noticeable. Because these advantages apply to nearly all wearers across different activities—driving at night, working on computers, or simply wearing lenses all day—standard practice is to recommend AR coatings to all patients. They’re not reserved for athletes, they aren’t avoided for all lenses, and they do help reduce glare rather than having no impact.