Augmented Vision Labs provides the S5 Lens Insertion System, a suite of devices that simplify contact lens insertion for all wearers. Its hands-free stabilization and integrated LED illumination reduce insertion time and errors, making it easier to apply lenses like scleral, hybrid, and gas permeable types.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Contact lens insertion can be a challenging and frustrating process for many individuals, particularly those with dexterity issues, tight eyelids, or a strong blink reflex. This difficulty can lead to repeated insertion attempts, air bubbles, and a reluctance to wear lenses, impacting vision correction and quality of life.
Solution
Augmented Vision Labs offers the S5 Lens Insertion System, a suite of devices designed to streamline and simplify contact lens insertion. These systems provide hands-free stabilization, allowing users to utilize both hands to manage their eyelids, thereby counteracting the blink reflex. An integrated LED illumination system aids in precise alignment of the lens with the eye. This technology aims to reduce insertion time, minimize errors such as air bubbles, and enhance user confidence and success rates for all contact lens wearers, including those using scleral, hybrid, soft, corneal gas permeable, and Ortho-K lenses.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes individuals who wear contact lenses, particularly those experiencing difficulties with insertion due to physical limitations, visual challenges, or the specific requirements of specialty lenses like scleral lenses.
Features
- **Hands-free lens stabilization:** Employs a stable base and lens holder to secure the contact lens, freeing up the user's hands to manage eyelid positioning.
- **Integrated LED illumination:** Provides a focused light source to assist with accurate alignment of the lens onto the cornea.
- **Adjustable height and compact design:** Offers models with varying height adjustments (S5 Inserter) or a compact form factor (S5 Mini) for user preference and portability.
- **Universal lens compatibility:** Designed to accommodate a range of contact lens types, with interchangeable lens holders available for soft, corneal gas permeable, and Ortho-K lenses in addition to the standard scleral and hybrid lens holder.
- **Reduced insertion attempts and errors:** Facilitates easier insertion by mitigating blink reflex and improving alignment, thereby decreasing the likelihood of air bubbles and repeated attempts.
- **Ergonomic design:** Developed to assist individuals with specific challenges such as tight eyelids, tremors, or limited dexterity.