Polymerizable yellow dyes and their use in ophthalmic lenses

Details Polymerizable yellow dyes and their use in ophthalmic lenses Polymerizable yellow dyes and their use in ophthalmic lenses

1995-05-22

1996-06-18

Schofer, Joseph L.

Optics: eye examining, vision testing and correcting

Spectacles and eyeglasses

Ophthalmic lenses or blanks

526312, G02C 710, C08F22602

Patent

active

055283225

ABSTRACT:
Novel polymerizable yellow dyes are disclosed. Additionally, novel and known dyes are used to block or lower the intensity of blue light transmitted through ocular lenses and other windows.

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