EnChroma Glasses: See Colour Like Never Before
“Red-green colour blindness” is the most common colour vision deficiency. Its name is misleading – complete colour blindness is rare. But those of you who live with red-green colour blindness, know how challenging it can be to see colours differently than others. But what if you could actually change the way you see the world?
Enchroma are specialized glasses that can improve colour perception for those with red-green colour deficiency. At our Calgary clinic, we offer guided EnChroma consultations that let you experience the effect for yourself, starting with a personalized in-office test and followed by a real-world trial.
What Is an EnChroma Consultation?
Our EnChroma consultation is a step-by-step experience designed to help determine if these specialized glasses can improve your colour vision. It's informative, non-invasive, and tailored to your unique type of colour blindness.
How the Process Works
Step 1: Online Colour Vision Test
We begin by administering the official EnChroma colour vision test on the EnChroma website. This will define the specific type and degree of your colour vision processing difficulty.
Step 2: Testing With EnChroma Glasses
Based on your individual test results, we select the specific EnChroma lens type that best matches your needs. You’ll retake the same colour test while wearing the EnChroma glasses, giving you an immediate side-by-side comparison of how much colour enhancement they may offer.
Step 3: Take-Home Trial (Try Before You Buy)
If the glasses show promising results, you’ll have the option to rent a pair for a few days. This is a key part of the process: your brain needs time to adjust and form new visual pathways. A longer trial allows you to experience the full benefits in your day-to-day life, whether you're outdoors, at work, or just enjoying a movie.
Why Try EnChroma Glasses?
EnChroma glasses are uniquely designed for people with red-green colour blindness. They use advanced optical filtering to reduce the overlap between red and green wavelengths, which is what causes much of the colour confusion. As a result, colours appear more vivid, distinct, and true-to-life.
What You Gain from the Consultation:
- Tailored Lens Selection: Your EnChroma test results guide us to the ideal lens type for your specific colour vision needs.
- Immediate Visual Comparison: You get instant insight by repeating the colour vision test with the glasses on - many appreciate an immediate improvement
- Trial Experience: Taking the Enchroma glasses home for several days allows your brain time to adapt and lets you evaluate the glasses in your natural routines and lighting conditions.
- Confidence in Your Decision: As results will vary depending on the extent of the colour vision deficiency, the consultation and trial period enables you to see the difference for yourself.
Who Is This For?
This service is ideal for anyone who:
- Has been diagnosed with red‑green colour deficiency
- Struggles to see certain shades and colours but has not yet been diagnosed
- Wants to try EnChroma glasses before committing to a purchase
- Wants professional guidance and real‑world experience with these remarkable devices
Book Your EnChroma Consultation in Calgary
Curious to see if EnChroma glasses could change how you see the world? Give us a call and book your EnChroma consultation today. Receive expert guidance, personalized testing, and a real-life trial, all designed to help you make the most informed decision.
FAQ:
How long does the in-office consultation take?
Usually about 10 to 20 minutes.
Why is there a take-home trial?
It often takes some time for your system to adjust to the visual enhancement provided by Enchroma lenses. Many patients report that colours continue to become more vivid over several days during the at-home trial period.
Is the EnChroma test reliable?
Yes, the test is designed specifically to measure the degree and type of colour blindness, giving us clear insight into which lens might help make the biggest difference.
Do EnChroma glasses cure colour blindness?
No, they do not cure the condition but can significantly enhance colour perception for many users while they are worn.
Can I purchase the glasses through your clinic?
Yes, if you're satisfied with your experience, we’ll help you order the right pair.
Source:
https://enchroma.com/
Written by Rosendo
About the Author:
Rosendo was born and raised in Havana, Cuba, where he began his professional journey studying Optometry and Optics. His career then took him to Dubai, where he worked in the optical field for two years as a Sales Associate. Now, he’s settled in Calgary and takes great pride in being a valued member of our Mountain View Optometry team as an Optical Associate.
