Eyeglasses offer a simple and safe way to correct eyesight, but not everyone is comfortable wearing them. There are those who prefer contact lenses much better – except you have to wonder whether they’ll be just as effective as eyeglasses at protecting against ultraviolet (UV) exposure. You need not worry because the answer is simple:
Yes, Contacts Do Protect Your Eyes Against UV
The fact is that UV-blocking eyeglasses – and sunglasses – are useful for keeping UV light from your eyes. But even with these wrap-around eye protection, UV can still reach the eyes from above and below, and through the sides. The lens, cornea and retina, in particular, are especially vulnerable to damaging UV light, so you’ll want to keep them concealed as much as possible when you’re out in the sun. Luckily, there are also contact lenses that are specifically designed to protect against UV.
What Are UV-Blocking Contact Lenses?
These do the same thing as conventional contact lenses: to keep your vision clear. But they also have the additional benefit of keeping your eyes safe against UV light. Keep in mind that, just like regular contact lenses, you need to make sure the UV-blocking contacts you’re getting are designed specially for you. This means scheduling a visit to a trusted eye doctor like Opti-Care, who’ll be more than happy to help you explore your choices and decide whether UV-blocking contacts will be a viable option for you.
UV-blocking contacts belong to different categories. For general-purpose contacts, choose ones that are United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Class 2 because they can absorb over 50% of ultraviolet A (UVA) light and 95% of ultraviolet B (UVB) light. If you’ll be in places that allow for high UV exposure, like the beach or mountains, it’s recommended that you use FDA Class 1 contact lenses. These options can absorb more than 90% of UVA and 99% of UVB.
Exceptional Eye Care Services in Carroll County
Opti-Care would love nothing better than to help you restore and maintain your eyesight. Let our range of quality and customizable contact lenses be the first step. Give us a call today at (410) 795-8670 to set up your appointment. We remain your go-to specialist for safe and high-quality eye care services in Westminster and Marriottsville, MD.