Choose the Right Sunglasses

Choosing the right sunglasses is essential for protecting your eyes from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays and reducing the risk of eye-related issues. Whether you're spending time outdoors, driving, or simply enjoying a sunny day, wearing the appropriate sunglasses can help safeguard your vision and promote eye health.

This guide will explore important factors to consider when selecting sunglasses, including UV protection, lens materials, frame styles, and more. When choosing the right prescription sunglasses to protect your eyes from the sun, you can count on our optometrist at Greater New Orleans Eye Care in Marrero, LA.

Updated Eye Prescription

Choosing the right sunglasses with an updated eye prescription is important to ensure optimal eye protection and visual clarity. Visit our eye doctor for an exam. You want your prescription to be up-to-date. Once updated, it's time to consider your sunglasses.

Ultraviolet Protection and Polarization

Ultraviolet protection is crucial for protecting your eyes from the harmful effects of the sun. Prolonged exposure to UV rays can lead to eye conditions such as cataracts, macular degeneration, and photokeratitis. You are looking for a rating on the lenses of 400 UV, which is 100 percent protection. Ultraviolet protection is not dependent on the darkness of the lenses, but on the lens material and coatings. Clear or lightly tinted sunglasses can provide adequate UV protection with the right layers.

Polarization is a feature that reduces glare, especially from reflective surfaces such as water, snow, or roads. Polarized lenses have a special filter that blocks horizontal light waves, the main glare source. Preventing certain light waves helps improve visual comfort and reduces eye strain, particularly in bright outdoor environments.

Choose the Correct Frame

Choosing the right sunglasses frame is essential for both style and functionality. If the lenses don't fit close to your face, you won't get protection. You need to try on the frames you are considering. It is more complex than just finding frames you like; you have to ensure they provide adequate protection.

After protection levels, it is important to consider the shape of your face. Not every style looks and fits well on every face shape. It is possible to have clear vision, UV protection, and good looks in one pair of sunglasses.

Visit Greater New Orleans Eye Care

Quality sunglasses protect your eyes from harmful UV rays and enhance your visual comfort and eye health. Count on Greater New Orleans Eye Care to provide the required services to New Orleans, LA, residents. Call our office at (504) 348-2993 for an appointment. You can also reach out through our website.