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Winter Sports & Activities: A Shadey Situation Sunglasses are synonymous with the sun, which means that most of us only think about wearing them on a bright summer day. So when the winter weather boasts gray and gloomy skies, the last thing you say before heading out the door is, “Wait a minute, let me… Read more »
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We can safely assume you look at some sort of digital screen—whether it’s a computer, tablet, phone or TV, for hours on end, each and every day. But little do you know, viewing screens for prolonged periods of time can do major damage to your eyes. You’ve probably noticed your eyes are sometimes red, dry, fatigued… Read more »
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Employees are often required to wear safety eyewear in the course of their duties. In the past safety glasses were uncomfortable and bulky. Newer safety glasses are more comfortable to wear and can even be quite stylish. OSHA requires workers to use appropriate PPE for any job which may pose a threat to a person’s… Read more »
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Keep an Eye on Ultraviolet Safety: Eye medical doctors caution us that too much exposure to UV light raises the risks of eye diseases, including cataract, growths on the eye, and cancer. Strong exposure to snow reflection can also quickly cause painful damage called snow blindness. Growths on the eye, such as pterygium, can show… Read more »
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Can eyes get sunburned? While everyone knows that skin requires protection from UV radiation, many people wonder – can eyes get sunburned? According to the American Optometric Association, the eyes can get sunburned (photokeratitis) just like skin, and can affect vision and harm the eyes. These UV-A and UV-B rays can have serious long- and… Read more »
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Prescription respirator inserts are a good choice for your mask. Our respirator inserts are compatible with the majority of respirators used by American law enforcement, military, and first responder personnel, and they can hold any prescription. Don’t sacrifice your vision’s comfort or safety in situations where a ventilator is required. Our in-house prescription lab and… Read more »
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The Youtube video below shows you the process of putting a prescription into eyeglass lenses. The process mimics what Hi-Tech Optical does at their In-House Labratory. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_Uq_ZlymdQ
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Copper, orange, yellow/amber and brown/bronze lens tints make your environment appear brighter and are commonly used in low-light conditions. These lens tints block blue light and enhance contrast and depth perception making them helpful for overcast, hazy and foggy conditions. Blue light, with its shorter wavelength, scatters easier than other colors and makes focusing more difficult…. Read more »
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Do you ever go to your local eye care provider and when ordering your new glasses, you have no idea what anything is that they’re asking you to order? Well I can tell you from personal experience that before I was educated about what all of the different options were, I would always just order… Read more »
