DESIGNS FOR VISION · SINCE 1961
Precision optics to suit the way you work. Custom-fitted loupes – with patented REVEAL technology for an additional fluorescence view, if required.
Free initial consultation · Individual measurements
Since 1961Medical precision optics from New York
Made for youWorking distance, optics & fit
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THE RIGHT SOLUTION
More detail, a wider view or an additional layer of visual information: together, we find the optical system that meets your requirements.
CUSTOM PRECISION OPTICS
For anyone who wants to see details under magnification and tailor their optics to the way they work.
REVEAL LOUPES
Custom-built loupes and hands-free fluorescence visualization in a wearable system.
REVEAL STOGGLES
An introduction to the REVEAL workflow with specially filtered eyewear and a headlight – without custom-built loupes.
The images show example configurations. Optics, frame, lighting and availability are discussed individually.
LOUPES · TRULY CUSTOM-BUILT
Good loupes suit your vision and your posture. That is why the selection starts with you.
The focus is set to match your preferred treatment position.
We measure your line of sight into the operating field and the position of the optics.
Your tasks, loupe experience and current prescription are taken into account in the configuration.
PATENTED PANORAMIC OPTICS
At 3.5× magnification, Panoramic optics provide five times the viewable area of Galilean Standard Field optics. This combines magnification with a wider view.
Comparison: 3.5× magnification throughout.
| Optics at 3.5× | Field of view | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Standard FieldGalilean standard optics | Ø 5.0 cm | 20 cm² |
| Classic-EFPrismatic Expanded Field optics | Ø 8.0 cm | 50 cm² |
| PanoramicPatented Panoramic optics | 11.1 × 9.0 cmWidth × height | 100 cm² |
Comparison baseline: Standard Field. At 3.5×, the manufacturer specifies 100 rather than 20 cm² – five times the viewable area. The area ratio is not equivalent to the diameter ratio.
Another prismatic option: Micro-EF at 3.5× with a diameter of 7.5 cm and a viewable area of 44 cm².
Manufacturer values for the respective configuration, not a blanket guarantee for every working distance. Schematic illustration, not actual size. Source: Designs for Vision, Dental Magnification, PDF pages 3–5.
View manufacturer data (PDF, external)STEAMVUE · MICROEF
INDIVIDUALLY CONFIGURED · LIGHT FOR EVERYDAY WORK
Plenty of detail, an expanded field of view and just 77 grams: the 4.5× MicroEF optics in a SteamVUE frame show how high magnification, a 5.5 cm field diameter and low weight come together.
From working distance and interpupillary distance to declination angle and prescription correction: your optics are individually tailored to you. We select the frame and magnification to suit your tasks – and your style.
Discuss my configurationFree initial consultation · Individual measurements
Magnification for demanding detail work.
Prismatic MicroEF optics with an expanded field of view.
Weight of the loupes shown.
77 g refers to the configuration shown, without lighting. Weight and equipment may vary depending on the individual configuration.
More about MicroEF optics (manufacturer, external)Distinguishing the optical variants: the manufacturer brochure specifies reference values of Ø 5.0 cm for 4.5× MicroEF and Ø 5.5 cm for 4.5× Classic-EF. The field of view of your custom-fitted loupes is checked at your working distance. Original manufacturer brochure & notes ↗
DESIGNS FOR VISIONFluorescence visualization · REVEAL FC
REVEAL FC · AN ADDITIONAL VIEW
REVEAL FC adds fluorescence signals to your usual view. You see them directly through the matched filter optics – while both hands remain free for your work.
WHITE-LIGHT IMAGEClinical demonstration images. Different fluorescence patterns provide additional visual information and require clinical interpretation.
REVEAL FC · WITH LOUPES OR AS STOGGLES
The headlight excites fluorescence using defined 405 nm light. The matched filter optics make the emitted signals visible. No dyes are required to visualize the signals.
REVEAL is an adjunctive visualization aid. Diagnosis and treatment decisions continue to rely on a complete clinical assessment. The absence of a fluorescence signal does not demonstrate the complete absence of biofilm.
ERGONOMIC LOUPES · INFINITY VUE
Infinity VUE technology combines 4.5× magnification with an integrated expanded field of view. A gold SteamVUE frame forms the basis of your custom-fitted ergonomic loupes – for detailed work with a wider view and a more upright working posture.
The angled prismatic optics redirect your view toward the operating field below. This allows you to hold your head more upright and reduce forward tilt. This may ease strain on the neck and shoulders during longer procedures.
Free initial consultation · Individual measurements
STEAMVUE GOLD · INFINITY VUE 4.5×
High magnification with ergonomic view redirection.
Integrated Expanded Field optics for detail and a wider view.
Depth of field for freedom of movement in the operating field.
The figures refer to a working distance of 53 cm. Source: Designs for Vision, DVI Training Manual, March 2026, p. 17. Field of view and depth of field may vary with individual configuration and viewing conditions.
A new viewing direction takes time to get used to. We support you with selection and guidance on use, and tailor the optics, working position and lighting to your needs. The image shows an example configuration; ergonomic effects vary individually.
YOUR PERSONAL LOUPE FINDER
Magnification, field of view, ergonomics and REVEAL: select what matters to you. You receive suitable optics to compare – and a clear starting point for your conversation with Visiomedical.
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The result provides guidance and is not a binding product offer. Individual measurements, prescription correction, frame, lighting and availability are checked during the consultation. No finder details are transmitted until you submit your consultation inquiry.
BENEFITS IN DAILY PRACTICE
Our experience with clinical applications shows that the key is to identify where better vision can support your workflow.
Magnification tailored to you for restorative work, endodontics and surgical tasks. Field of view and lighting are selected to suit your needs.
REVEAL can provide additional visualization of accessible fluorescent deposits – before, during and after instrumentation.
View fluorescent structures in the accessible operating field. Clinical findings, radiographic assessment and treatment appropriate to the indication remain decisive.
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A starting point for your personal consultation.
YOUR STARTING POINT
We discuss your tasks, your previous experience with loupes and your preferred working position. This establishes the appropriate optical configuration.
Discuss my optionsDESIGNS FOR VISION · NEW YORK
Designs for Vision has been developing medical precision optics since 1961. Custom TTL loupes, patented Panoramic optics and REVEAL represent the continuous advancement of clinical vision.
Visiomedical provides personal support with selection, measurements and use in Germany and Austria.
Your personal point of contactMAKE AN INFORMED DECISION
Understand the principle and explore potential clinical applications. Publications open directly on the respective publisher’s website or on PubMed Central.
This technical introduction describes the wearable system of lighting, filter optics and loupe magnification. An accessible introduction to the optical principle and its application concept.
Read publication (external)A clinical case report links REVEAL with the ICCMS 4D concept and chemomechanical caries removal. It shows how additional visual information can be integrated into an established treatment workflow.
Read publication (external)The review discusses biofilm in peri-implant disease and a fluorescence-based application perspective. It helps put the scientific background to adjunctive deposit visualization into context.
Read publication (external)A clinical study involving 60 participants compares visual assessment and REVEAL around orthodontic brackets. Relevant to understanding the technology in areas that are difficult to clean; its methodological limitations should also be considered.
Read publication (external)“REVEAL: Cracked Teeth” presents clinical examples of viewing crack structures using fluorescence. An illustrative clinical article to complement conventional assessment – not general evidence of diagnostic superiority.
Open publisher’s issue (external, PDF)Putting the evidence into context transparently: technical articles, case reports and clinical studies address different questions. Some authors disclose financial relationships with the technology; details are provided in the original publications.
FROM SELECTION TO FIRST USE
You do not need to choose a model before your initial consultation. Together, we establish what suits your tasks and working style.
Discuss your application, loupe experience and preferences.
Demonstrate magnification, field of view and, where appropriate, REVEAL.
Record the working distance, declination angle and fit for your loupes.
Arrange delivery, guidance on use, fine adjustments and service.
Your configuration and costs are discussed transparently before you decide. Purchase and any leasing options are clarified in your personalized quote.
Discuss a personalized quoteGOOD TO KNOW
That depends on your tasks, your previous experience with loupes and your desired field of view. Higher magnification alone is not a complete basis for selection. During the consultation, we compare suitable optics and take your working distance into account.
The patented Panoramic optics increase the viewable area compared with prism-based Expanded Field optics. Magnification, working distance and the specific configuration determine which system suits your application.
Individual prescription correction can be incorporated into the configuration. We discuss which current prescription measurements are needed and which version is suitable for you.
Both combine a REVEAL headlight with matched filter optics. The custom-fitted loupes add magnification to the fluorescence view. Stoggles provide an introduction without loupe magnification or custom-built loupes.
You can request an in-office trial of the non-customized Stoggles configuration. Availability, guidance on use and trial conditions are agreed individually. For custom-built loupes, we discuss suitable demonstration options before your loupes are custom-built.
No. REVEAL provides additional optical information. Clinical examination, necessary imaging, clinical interpretation and treatment decisions remain part of your complete assessment.
THE NEXT STEP IS A CONVERSATION
Briefly describe your interest. We discuss your options with you personally – free of charge and without obligation.
For dentistry, dental hygiene and surgical specialties in Germany and Austria.