SACRAMENTO EYEGLASSES

Contact lenses, when used properly, are very convenient and, with the latest advancements in technology, are extremely comfortable. Most of the time you will hardly know you are wearing them, though you will certainly notice how clear your vision is. Contact lenses are small lenses worn, on the surface of the eye to correct vision.

We are happy to discuss the options available for you. Many patients choose contact lenses for their primary vision correction and glasses for an alternative or part-time wear.

Many patients prefer to wear glasses for the majority of their day, but have activities and events where they’d rather not wear their glasses and choose contact lenses for these times.

The type of contact lenses available has literally exploded in the past five years. There are now eye contact lenses available for almost everyone. New contacts are being introduced every year, meaning many of our patients were unable to wear contacts in the past are finding great success with them now. You owe it to yourself to see what is new. We carry many options and promise to do our best in selecting contact lenses that you will love wearing. The following is a brief list of some of the options available. During your eye contacts appointment, a significant portion of the exam is spent discussing your visual needs in order to determine which contact lens style and design will best suit you.

Normal lenses often create glare, reflections, and “ghost images.” Now that can be eliminated with an anti-reflective coating.

What we see is a result of light being sensed by our eyes. With normal glasses, much of the light reflects off the lenses. This produces glare. It also reduces the wearer’s visual acuity. In other words, the light reflections are a visual and cosmetic problem.

Anti-reflective coatings increase light transmission through the lenses to 99.5 percent. They make it easier to see and easier for others to see you through your eyeglasses. These coatings are especially useful for those viewing computer screens and driving at night. The performance of anti-reflective lenses continues to improve with the arrival of the newest generation of ultra-premium anti-reflective coatings! They are highly advanced technology and some are even more scratch resistant than glass. These eyeglasses make a great choice for anyone.

Anti-reflective coatings also have the benefit of making your eyes more visible to those around you. Not only do you see better, you can be seen better!

For many people wearing eyeglasses, different lenses are needed for seeing at different distances. Bifocal lenses allow the wearer to look through two areas of the lens. One area focuses on distant objects, the other is used for reading. A little-known fact is that bifocals were invented by Benjamin Franklin, and his style of bifocals are still available today.

If you play sports, you should keep two things in mind related to your vision: protection and precision. Under high-intensity activities it is important to stay focused and safe. Severe eye injuries, although rare, have been known to bring untold upset to those unfortunate enough to experience them during sports or other high-impact activities. Prevention is key and the number one factor in avoiding such emergencies. Eyes on J Optometry offers a high-quality selection of protection eyewear for any activity.

Whether you are in need of new frames, contact lenses, specialized eyewear or eye protection, Eyes on J has you covered. Visit our office today and get the assistance and care you need!