Can scratch resistant glasses get scratched?

Can scratch resistant glasses get scratched?

No eyeglass lenses — not even glass lenses — are scratch-proof. However, lenses that are treated front and back with a clear, scratch-resistant coating have a much harder surface that is more resistant to scratching, whether from dropping your glasses on the floor or occasionally cleaning them with a paper towel.

What is scratch resistant glass?

Scratch proof glass is a mineral or sapphire glass, often seen in watch lenses or eyeglasses. Scratch resistant glass has a chemical coating that helps resist minor scratches. Gorilla glass is a new Corning product that rivals the scratch resistance of sapphire glass.

What does anti scratch mean?

An anti-scratch or scratch-resistant coating is a film or coating that can be applied to optical surfaces, such as the faces of a lens or photographic film. … These minor scratches can damage the surface of the lens and impair vision.

Is Gorilla Glass scratch resistant?

Not just scratch-proof, Corning's new Gorilla Glass 5 will make your phone virtually shatter-proof, according to the company. According to a Corning research, screen breakage is one among the top-issues plaguing smartphone users today.