Tinted lenses and methods of manufacture

Details Tinted lenses and methods of manufacture Tinted lenses and methods of manufacture

2007-09-11

2007-09-11

Berman, Susan (Department: 1711)

Coating processes

Direct application of electrical, magnetic, wave, or...

Electrostatic charge, field, or force utilized

C522S081000, C522S083000, C522S167000, C522S182000, C522S175000, C522S064000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10960366

ABSTRACT:
The present invention recognizes that lenses, such as contact lenses, can be pigmented using an ink that includes oligomers, polymers or polymerizable monomers. The ink can be used to make images on or within the lens. Images made using these inks are may be digital or analogue and can be used in a variety of printing methods, including ink-jet printing.

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