Lens power in diopters is the mathematical inverse of focal length in meters. Since contact lenses are fit right on the surface of the cornea they’re worn with virtually NO VERTEX DISTANCE. This can prove problematic; however, because most customers are refracted at a 10 to 14 mm distance. Because of the fact that there…
But by the end of your day, ultraviolet protection is highly recommended less of an awesome perk and more of an absolute standard. The difference between UV protection and polarization boils down to the science of light waves and how different filters interact with them. But we’re guessing that you don’t desire to spend your…
Carrying some protective goggles – and then remembering to place them on – can be quite a bit of a chore. This pair from Progear solves that with a head strap which allows you to drop the goggles around your neck when not in use. Plus, temple and nose padding work to improve protection while…
Pink tints, sometimes referred to as “soft-light” tints, are usually useful for patients who complain of discomfort working under fluorescent light. The pink tints selectively absorb more blue light, which is commonly more scattered by ocular opacities and haze. This may account for their apparent success in making office workers more comfortable. In NJ, our…
However, as mentioned before, when considering wearing a face shield, it will always be as well as your trusty mask. While the plastic barrier seems to cover the complete face, the shield is really only protecting your eyes and skin on that person, not your nose and mouth from inhaling or spraying droplets into the…