What type of sunglasses should I buy?
Sunglasses can provide the best of fashion and function! The sun has damaging UV rays that we all know can put your skin at risk. Those same UV rays can harm your eyes as well. Exposure to UV can advance the progression of cataracts and macular degeneration. Protecting your eyes from UV light is a key element in preserving vision. Look for sunglasses that provide 100% UV protection from UVA and UVB. Several tints and coatings are available, such as mirror, gradient, and photochromic options. These options all have different benefits such as increasing contrast in different lighting conditions. The Wimmer Opticians team will inquire as to your lifestyle and goals with wearing sunglasses. This will help them to determine what sunglasses will be best for you. Glare is reduced with sunglass options such as polarized lenses and anti-glare/anti-reflective coatings. DON'T FORGET SUNGLASSES FOR KIDS!