Choosing the Right Prescription Sunglasses to Protect Your Eyes From the Sun

Protecting your eyes from the sun is beneficial for your short-term and long-term ocular health. The sun contains ultraviolet rays that may cause damage and/or changes to your eyes. Wearing prescription sunglasses, transition glasses, or transition contact lenses can help protect you from UV exposure. University Eye Associates in University, Davidson, and Harrisburg (Rocky River), NC, is here to help you with all your prescription needs. Here are some key tips to help you find the right pair of prescription sunglasses.

All About UV Rays

The sun produces UV radiation. It is important for your health to get some sun exposure for vitamin D, but too much exposure can increase the likelihood of you developing cataracts, retinal changes, or changes to your skin. Prescription sunglasses should offer total protection. Our optometrist will help explain the lens material to make sure they fit your needs.

Fit and Frame

It is important for your frames to fit properly on your face not only to protect your eyes from UV exposure, but to also ensure the best clarity of vision through the lenses. Sunglasses that wrap around your eyes will offer the most protection. Our opticians will help you find the best sunglasses and glasses that perfectly fit you and your needs.

Shades

All glasses should have UV protection regardless if they are sunglasses or not. The difference in sunglasses is to help reduce glare and brightness. This can be done by either standard tinted lenses or polarized glasses. Polarized lenses help block additional glare and light scatter which can result in improved clarity. Tinted lenses help reduce brightness levels, but do not necessarily improve clarity. The type of lens (polarized or lens tint) you need varies depending on your daily activities. You can opt for a low-level tint if you are not in the sun that often. You may need a high-level tint if you are playing outdoor sports regularly or have an outdoor job. Let an optician help you decide what is the best option for your everyday needs.

Transition Lenses

Transition lenses are a popular choice for many people because of versatility. Transition glasses are activated by UV exposure. They become dark when exposed to sunlight and switch to clear when indoors. While in the car, they become less tinted due to the UV protection from the windshield.

University Eye Associates Provides Professional Eye Care

It can sometimes be a hassle to find the perfect pair of sunglasses or glasses for you, so contact University Eye Associates in University, Davidson, and Harrisburg (Rocky River), NC, to get the advice you need to make the correct decision. We will assist you through every step of the process. Call our University office at (704) 547-1551, our Davidson office at (704) 896-9090, or our Harrisburg (Rocky River) office at (704) 536-6042 to schedule an appointment today.