Glasses and sunglasses are now much more than just vision aids: They’re also a way to emulate who you are and your personal style. McDonald Eye Care Associates has a wide variety of frame options that distinguish our clinic from big box stores- both branded and independent frame lines carefully selected by our staff to offer options for all people and fit types, whether average, petite, or larger! Even better, today’s glasses and sunglasses have the most advanced technology available on the market. This includes blue light protection, transition lens technology, and much more. There is no appointment necessary to visit the Optical department at our clinic, so feel free to stop in any time! We’d be happy to assist with any of your glasses-related needs.
Frames & Lenses Q & A
What type of lenses are available?
McDonald Eye Care Associates offers the newest generation of all lens types. This includes:
- Single vision lenses
- Eyezen+™ lenses that block harmful blue light and prevent eye fatigue
- Varilux® progressive lenses that correct for multiple focal lengths, offering multiple full-time corrective lens options
- Occupational lenses made for specific tasks and/or hobbies, such as office work
No matter what type of vision correction you need, McDonald Eye Care Associates can assist in finding the best lens fit for your eyes and your lifestyle.
How does blue light affect my eyes?
While digital devices are useful for work and leisure needs, they can be hard on your eyes. Blue light exposure from screens can eventually damage your retina, so it’s helpful to take control of this by limiting your screen time. However, since you need to use your devices for a number of reasons every day, it’s important to consider taking the extra step of wearing a blue light filter.
Can eyeglass lenses protect me from blue light?
Yes. McDonald Eye Care Associates offers Essilor Essential Blue™ lenses, which give you triple the amount of blue light protection than an ordinary lens does. The lenses are still completely clear — no telltale yellow tint like back in the day.
What can I do about eyeglass reflections?
Reflections can be incredibly annoying, and it might keep you from seeing clearly at all. McDonald Eye Care Associates offers Essilor Crizal® lens treatment to combat this problem. Crizal treatment will also reduce scratches, smudges, and UV light exposure.
How can I avoid switching between glasses and sunglasses constantly?
The newest transition lens options may be the perfect solution. The Transitions™ Generation S® lenses protect your eyes both indoors and outdoors, adjusting as you move into different lighting conditions. You can choose from a whole palette of colors, including grey, brown, grey-green, sapphire, emerald, amethyst, amber, or the new Ruby color introduced in this generation!
Additionally, the Transitions Xtractive® lenses have extra technology that allows for transitioned lenses even while behind the windshield of your car! Color options for this series of lens include grey, brown, or grey-green.
What are the advantages of polarized sunglass lenses?
The Xperio UV™ polarized sunglass lenses provide the maximum UV protection allowed in lenses while also retaining superior clarity and limited bouncing glare. You can customize the lenses, choosing solid, gradient, or mirror-style lenses.
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