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Sun Eye Protection

These days sunglasses are more than just an attractive fashion accessory and way of shielding your eyes from brightness and glare.

Today, sunglasses can offer you protection against the real threat from too much sun - the ultra-violet light that is hazardous to your skin and eyes. Excessive UV light may damage the lens inside your eye, possibly leading to cataracts, and has been known to prematurely age the retina, so reducing your vision.

Many experts now believe that more of these dangerous UV light rays are reaching the Earth due to the depletion of the ozone layer. They recommend that people should protect themselves on sunny days, even in a climate like ours. That's why our practice offers you optical quality sunglasses. All of them give you good protection against harmful UV light. Your vision in strong sunlight will not only be more comfortable, but also safer. Sunglasses are particularly suited to sailing, driving and skiing, where eyestrain can be a real problem.

Although most people only wear sunglasses for bright conditions, some contact lens wearers experience a sense of glare even on duller days. This is perfectly normal but it can be disconcerting. So a pair of quality sunglasses will make all the difference.

But I already wear spectacles...

Don't worry, a pair of sunglasses can be made to your individual prescription. For some people this is far more convenient than wearing clip-on sunshades over their normal glasses. Prescription sunglasses can also be made with photochromic lenses. These remain clearer indoors but darken in the sunlight. What's more, they're now available with lightweight plastic lenses, which makes them even more comfortable to wear.

This year we are again offering our wide range of up-to-the-minute stylish and cost-effective 'all-inclusive' sunglass promotions available to your own prescription (or withe plain lenses). So whether you fancy a designer label Calvin Klein model or simply a stylish sun-protection, they are available at a great price. Do call (01702 544084) and ask one of our dispensers, Ruby or Hazel, for a quote. You will be in for a pleasant surprise!

Enjoy the sunshine, safe in the knowledge that your eyes are well protected!