May 2025 Newsletter

THIS MONTH'S "IN SIGHT" NEWSLETTER

Do you struggle driving at night? I have a solution for you!

THE CHALLENGE


Night myopia (or difficulty seeing at night) has been subject of much research in recent decades. Clinical studies show that the main cause of night myopia is accommodation but there are two minor causes as well. When the pupil dilates, we start to suffer from spherical aberrations because of the light away from the pupil center focuses too quickly.

  • We also suffer from chromatic aberration because of the rods in our eye take over at night and they are most sensitive to shorter wavelengths in the blue-violet spectrum.
  • Because of this, even people who don't struggle to see clearly in the daytime can have issues with their vision at night. Compounding this problem, even low levels of refractive blur can significantly impair night drivers' capability to navigate the road safely.
  • What studies have taught us is that eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other visual aids that focus primarily or exclusively on boosting visual acuity during the day or in well-lit conditions wont be enough to ensure your patients comfort and safety when driving at night.

THE SOLUTION


What's the solution to this high-stakes problem? The answer is corrective lenses that knowingly account for the unique set of factors that differentiates night vision from day. That means ensuring the best visual acuity at night, as any lenses should.


  • Shamir Driver IntelligenceTM Moon lenses were specifically crafted for night driving with these lessons in mind. Thanks to the Driver IntelligenceTM custom V-shaped design based on over 14 million data points, and leveraging artificial intelligence, which you won't find on any other lens, Driver IntelligenceTM Moon lenses sharpen vision across the zones we use the most while driving.
  • Research from Shamir Insight shows that while wearing Driver IntelligenceTM lenses, drivers find it easier to process visual information, react quickly to stimuli, spread their attention across the entire road, and even maintain a natural head posture while driving. In fact, night drivers wearing Driver IntelligenceTM Moon lenses spend 16% less time fixating on a single object (such as a road sign they're trying to read), as well as 7% less time stationary in the road determining their next move. Driver IntelligenceTM Moon lens users also enjoy 33% wider horizontal visual field and 18% larger vertical visual field.

LENS DESIGN BASED ON ELEMENTS OF AI


Following the use of Big Data collection tools, and the Shamir Artificial Intelligence-tooled Engine for analyzing this data, an understanding was gained of the most important areas of the lens for optimal driving vision, enabling Shamir’s R&D team to develop the most suitable lens design carefully adapted to the special visual needs of the driver.


  • Its unique design ensures minimal head movement and greater freedom of eye movement. This in turn contributes to greater comfort and safety while driving, improved reaction times, and an improved ability to scan the surroundings, allowing for overall better driving control.


Among its other features, the lens is characterized (see description below in Fig. 1) as a soft, low aberration design, with excellent distance vision emphasizing sharp vision for the car mirrors.


  • Clear vision for intermediate and close distances (22-36in) is enabled through the lens power profile that matches modern car interior settings. This high visual quality is achieved thanks to Shamir’s leading lens design technologies that provide visual acuity, ergonomics, and comfort of vision.
  • Lastly, to provide greater visual acuity, the Shamir lens design takes into account calculations of myopic shift based on visual age. For far vision, the minus power at the upper part of the lens compensates for the phenomena commonly called night myopia. Night myopia, as described in the literature review section, affects about 20% of the population and is more common among young adults. Thanks to its Continuous Design Technology, Shamir can provide gradual prescription correction per the patient’s Visual Age, without compromising daylight vision quality (integrating myopic shift only in the lenses designed for use under low light conditions).

Figure 1. SHAMIR DRIVER INTELLIGENCE design concept fitted to the driver visual needs and modern vehicle interior settings: the design has low maximum level of aberrations (cylinder), wide corridor, wide far field of view and a power profile better matched to driving properties.

November 2024 Newsletter

THIS MONTH'S "IN SIGHT" NEWSLETTER

Experience the Future of Vision with Ray-Ban Meta AI Smart Glasses

Discover the cutting-edge Ray-Ban Meta glasses—where iconic design meets breakthrough technology. Whether you’re exploring enhanced vision, effortless hands-free connectivity, or capturing life’s moments in style, these smart glasses are your perfect companion. Now available at Eye to Eye Optical, the Ray-Ban Meta glasses seamlessly combines fashion and functionality:

  • Customized Comfort: Timeless and iconic Ray-Ban frames with tailored prescription lenses to suit your vision needs
  • AI Features: Voice-controlled messaging, real-time translation, voice assistant, augmented reality capabilities, and more
  • Seamless Integrations: Spotify, WhatsApp, and enhanced calling capabilities

Revolutionary Features of Ray-Ban Meta AI:


  • Listen: Enjoy music, podcasts, and more with superior audio technology, discreetly delivered for your convenience
  • Video Calling & Calls: Make and receive calls or host video chats hands-free, connecting you effortlessly with friends and family
  • Capture & Livestream: Record moments instantly or broadcast live in high-definition with just a tap. Whether it’s a quick snapshot or a livestreamed event, you’re always ready to share

Assortment Overview:


Choose from iconic styles, including the timeless Wayfarer and the sleek, bold Headliner. Available in classic shades or a stunning transparent finish, all designs can be fitted with prescription lenses or Transitions® GEN 8 adaptive lenses for ultimate customization. Blending Ray-Ban style with the latest technology, these glasses ensure you stay connected, informed, and fashionable.

Step into the future with Ray-Ban Meta glasses—an innovative blend of timeless design and advanced smart features. Stop in at Eye to Eye Optical today to find your perfect pair and redefine how you see the world.

May 2024 Newsletter

THIS MONTH'S "IN SIGHT" NEWSLETTER

Recent Changes that have Affected the Optical Industry

I have seen a lot of changes in the optical industry since opening my practice over 30 years ago. I want to share the most recent changes that occurred over the last few years:

COVID-19
In the past, I was able to order individual parts for frames such as a frame front, temples, and screws. If a patient’s frame needed repair, I could easily order specific parts from the manufacturer. However, frame parts are no longer sold separately. I can now only offer patients a complete frame replacement and attempt to find a frame that will match the shape of their lenses.

Frame Quality

I have taken steps to discontinue ordering certain brand name frames and models from the manufacturers that no longer offer the quality that my patients have come to expect from us. This quality change is due to the change in the location where these frames are being manufactured. This lowers the companies cost, which results in a lower quality product. Many of these frames are now being produced in different parts of the world with low quality materials, and are being sold at a cheaper price point.


I have built my practice by selecting companies that sell higher grade quality frames, which are usually imported from Italy. Fashion is also a high priority and consideration in my selection. One of the best materials from Italy is Zyl, which is the trade name and short for zylonite (cellulose acetate) and the best known is Italian Mazzucchelli acetate. The majority of the frames in my store are imported and manufactured in Italy, such as Tom Ford and Versace. I also inventory frames manufactured in Japan, Germany, and the United States. We all want to look and feel good when wearing our eyeglasses and that why I select frames that are produced by the best manufacturers. “You Can’t Afford Not To Buy Quality!”


All the frames that I sell come with a 2 year manufacturer guarantee. This is because I only purchase and sell brand new frames only. The majority of my competition purchase and sell discontinued or close out frames that have no guarantees and are no longer made. This is because they can buy the frames for less, but the quality is compromised. 


Inflation


Inflation is making it difficult for the average consumer to purchase quality eyewear today. To combat this, I have expanded my budget line of frames to around 100 fashion models. These frames have a lower purchase price, but are still the latest in style and durable. In addition, they still all come with a 2 year guarantee.


I am still offering a free eye exam with a complete eyeglass purchase and a $150 discount off any frames of your choosing. We inventory over 600 different models in stock. Call today to make your FREE eye exam appointment.


November 2023 Newsletter

THIS MONTH'S "IN SIGHT" NEWSLETTER

Varilux® XR Progressive Lens

Behavioral Artificial Intelligence

We are constantly in motion, whether it’s our environment, body, or our eyes. Maintaining sharp vision while moving requires additional efforts from our eyes. Progressive lens wearers have to adapt their behavior by slowing down or coming to a complete stop to maintain sharp vision.

Current progressive lens designs have a linear conception even though our eye movements are much more multi-directional. Consequently, this may force the eyes to do extra work when changing gaze rapidly.

This common problem is now solved by Varilux® XR Lens. The XR motion™ technology optimizes both lenses according to the visual behavioral profile of the patient through two major optimizations.

  1. Behavior-based binocular vision optimizes each focal point of the lens by reducing the optical discrepancies between the two lenses.
  2. Precise positioning of focus zones guarantees a natural ocular navigation from near to far.

This is the first eye-responsive progressive lens that calculates the 3D area where the wearer can benefit from having sharp vision even while moving. Varilux® XR progressive lens predicts the wearer’s visual behavior and is therefore able to respond to how their eyes really move.

In addition, this Varilux® lens is designed with behavioral artificial intelligence. Benefits of these lenses include:

  • 49% larger sweet spot
  • Multi-target objects for one gaze
  • Extended area of sharp vision within arm’s reach
  • Visual behavior profile takes into account the patient’s Rx, age, reading add power, and refractive error

Call today to schedule your FREE Eye Examination with your purchase.

WHY?

Current progressive lens designs have a linear conception; however, eye movements are much more multi-directional. That may force the eyes to do extra efforts when changing gaze rapidly.

Current progressive lens design

Current progressive lens design — Eye To Eye Optical Inc — Armherst, NY

Multi-directional eye movements

Multi-directional eye movements — Eye To Eye Optical Inc — Armherst, NY

In order to have sharp vision at all times, sharpness all over the lens and efficient eye movements are required.

June 2023 Newsletter

THIS MONTH'S "IN SIGHT" NEWSLETTER

CooperVision® MyDay® Daily Disposable Contacts

MyDay® is a family of daily replacement contacts. All MyDay® lenses come with unsurpassed comfort due to Aquaform®, which locks in water, resists dehydration, and retains moisture. In addition, these lenses have the widest power range available of any other daily lens. All the MyDay® lenses feature a UV filter that blocks out harmful ultraviolet rays for eye protection.

MyDay Energys® features Digital BoostTM a single vision lens that has an aspheric design to combat tiredness and dryness associated with digital eye strain.

MyDay® toric are designed for users who have astigmatism. The Optimized Toric Lens GeometryTM offers a stable fit for consistent comfort and clear vision featured in the Biofinity toric, the #1 prescribed monthly lens on the market. Uncorrected astigmatism is a substantial cause of poor vision and eye strain. If left untreated, can significantly affects a patient’s quality of life and well-being.

 

MyDay® multifocal lenses feature a Binocular Progressive SystemTM with three-ADD powers for those who have presbyopia. Presbyopia is a normal part of life over the age of 40. However, coming to terms with this condition can be challenging. MyDay® lenses can optimize vision for all levels of presbyopia and will leave you feeling comfortable as you begin experiencing symptoms.

 

Give your eyes what they deserve. Upgrade to MyDay® for more comfort, better vision, and a healthier lens-wearing experience, and you’ll feel the difference compared to the other manufacturer's daily lenses.


Our Optical practice inventories the complete MyDay® lens family of contacts. We’ll make sure you get fitted and go home in less than an hour. Call today to schedule your FREE contact lens fitting exam with your purchase.

March 2023 Newsletter

THIS MONTH'S "IN SIGHT" NEWSLETTER

Why Wear Tom Ford?

Tom Ford Design

Tom Ford eyewear features a timeless designs for the individual who wants to make a difference. The frames are manufactured in Italy and are assembled with precision, with a signature metal "T" that separates them from all the rest. Your new pair of Tom Ford frames will be sure to accentuate your success and express your confidence.

Tom Ford Quality

Tom Ford eyewear provides the highest in quality, which is why they are at a higher price point than the other brands of Fashion eyewear. Your new frames will come with a velvet hard case, a Tom Ford box, a complimentary microfiber cloth and polishing cloth, as well as a certificate of authenticity, giving you the complete package for that upscale fashion look.

The Tom Ford Fit

These frames are the best in the industry. They are designed to be comfortable and fit well on your nose. This unsurpassed luxury design is intended for daily use that is always in style, and comes in a variety of sizes, shapes, and colors. 

 

Who Wears Tom Ford?

Fashion lovers and celebrities alike love to show off the latest Tom Ford frames. Tom Ford has also been featured in numerous films. For the individual looking to separate themselves with that distinct, sophisticated style, Tom Ford frames stands out from all the rest, and they can easily be paired with other Tom Ford accessories such as handbags, scarves, and sunglasses.

 

We have the newest Spring Collection with over 100 styles to choose from, and a special offer is included with this new release. Stop in for a FREE EYE EXAM with your new purchase of Tom Ford frames!

November 2022 Newsletter

THIS MONTH'S "IN SIGHT" NEWSLETTER

Crizal® SapphireTM HR Lenses


Crizal® SapphireTM HR lenses are the best anti-reflective lenses on the market today. These new lenses provide UV protection, offering E-SPF 35. They also deliver improved anti-glare and scratch resistant qualities that repel water and smudges.

 

Crizal® SapphireTM HR lenses are an upgrade from Crizal® SapphireTM 360® UVTM No-Glare lenses, and are extremely durable with optimal transparency due to its multi-angular technology. Overall, these lenses deliver superior clarity so that you can stay focused on all your daily activities.


Crizal® SapphireTM HR lenses are powered by three unique technologies:

  • Multi-Angular TechnologyTM provides best in class transparency , reducing glare not only in front of the lens, but at + / - 45 degrees on the sides of the lens as well. This ensures that wearers receive protection from glare at all angles.


  • High Resistance TechnologyTM is a combination of specific oxides, known to resist scratches, dust, and dirt.


  • High Surface Density ProcessTM is a nano-layer of fluorinated molecules that provides a highly effective smudge resistance property, making the lens much easier to clean, plus anti-static property to repel dust.


HOW IT WORKS

Crizal Sapphire HR lenses went through the Lifeproof Multi-test, a rigorous protocol of test to asses their technical performance

LESS REFLECTION FOR BEST - IN - CLASS CLARITY

August 2022 Newsletter
THIS MONTH'S "IN SIGHT"
ACUVUE® OASYS
with Transitions™
Light Intelligent Technology™

Did you know:

  • About two-thirds of individuals are bothered by some type of lighting  condition on an average day.
  • About seven in ten individuals say they are bothered by light while driving.
  • Nearly 50% of individuals worry about how often they find themselves squinting due to bothersome light.
  • Almost 55% of individuals say that their eyes feels stressed after experiencing harsh light and 67% of individuals say that they can perform better, when their eyes aren't stressed.
  • More than 56% of individuals wish their eyes could adjust to different light conditions to keep up with with their busy day-to-day life.

Did you know:

  • About two-thirds of individuals are bothered by some type of lighting condition on an average day.


  • About seven in ten individuals say they are bothered by light while driving.


  • Nearly 50% of individuals worry about how often they find themselves squinting due to bothersome light.


  • Almost 55% of individuals say that their eyes feels stressed after experiencing harsh light and 67% of individuals say that they can perform better, when their eyes aren't stressed.


  • More than 56% of individuals wish their eyes could adjust to different light conditions to keep up with with their busy day-to-day life.
This first-of-its-kind photochromic contact lens effortlessly adapts to changing light, allowing the eyes to recover from bright light up to five times faster,
reducing halos at night, and delivering more seamless sight with less squinting from dawn to dusk.

ACUVUE® OASYS with Transitions™ will give contact wearers a smooth and consistent way to manager changing light conditions in their everyday lives and activities. It takes 60 seconds to turn dark and 90 seconds to change back. This lens offers 100% UV protection. Call Today 1/2 OFF Contact Lens Fitting Exam.
This first-of-its-kind photochromic contact lens effortlessly adapts to changing  light, allowing the eyes to recover from bright light up to five times faster, reducing halos at night, and delivering more seamless sight with less squinting  from dawn to dusk.

ACUVUE® OASYS with Transitions™ will give contact wearers a smooth and  consistent way to manager changing light conditions in their everyday lives and  activities. It takes 60 seconds to turn dark and 90 seconds to change back. This  lens offers 100% UV protection. Call Today 1/2 OFF Contact Lens Fitting Exam.
March 2022 Newsletter
THIS MONTH'S "IN SIGHT"
Seiko Surmount™ : The Thinnest Progressive Lenses

Surmount™, a bifocal lens that incorporates newly patented Free-Form Digital technology, creates lenses that are up to 25% flatter in plus prescriptions, causing a noticeable difference in lens bulge when compared to other competitive progressive lens designs.
 
This is because the Free-Form technology allows the user to select the correct intermediate corridor, or distance between the beginning of the power gradient and the target add value, that best addresses their individual reading needs.
The lens’s wide barrel corridor improves the viewing area of the patient and the user's eye range of motion also allows for a much wider field of vision. This approach also reduces the swim distortion that is associated with conventional progressive lenses. As a result, the user's distance viewing area is 40% wider and they will enjoy a wide and full reading zone, which is not limited by their prescription. This expanded peripheral vision can also be accomplished in higher astigmatic patients and for those that have a stronger reading add power.
 
Achieving point focus for near vision objects requires the inset of the reading zone relative to the distance to be accurate. Therefore, Surmount™ calculates the optimal inset by taking your eye rotation, vertex distance, and frame tilt into account to give a more precise optical correction quality.
 
If you find yourself constantly moving your head to maintain a clear image or your peripheral vision distorted, this new progressive lens might be right for you. Your eye care professional will have the ability to select from different fitting lengths to determine a viewing area that works best for you when using your computer, tablet, or phone. Call today to set up an appointment for a FREE Eye Exam or bring in your prescription.
May 2021 Newsletter
THIS MONTH'S IN SIGHT:
Shamir Autograph Intelligence™ :An Invisible Bifocal Design

Shamir Autograph Intelligence™ is the most innovative invisible progressive bifocal lens currently on the market. With the gap between today’s progressive lens designs and the variety of needs per individual, it has become increasingly apparent that a more intelligent bifocal solution is required.

Extensive research has revealed that there is an obvious connection between the visual need and the visual age, or physiological age of the eye, of the patient. Therefore, Autograph Intelligence™ is designed to accommodate the visual needs for all presbyopic patients regardless of age and utilizes twelve unique design concepts in order to provide patients with personalized lenses.

Shamir’s proven technology incorporates Eye-Point Technology, which considers where in the lens the patient actually looks, and also includes elements of Artificial Intelligence that learns the patient’s visual requirements to provide a seamless transition for everyone’s visual needs. 

The shortcomings of today’s conventional invisible bifocal design have finally been resolved with Shamir Autograph Intelligence™. If you are looking for a revolutionary invisible bifocal design that is unique for your visual age, call today to find out if this lens is right for you. 
June 2020 Newsletter
THIS MONTH'S IN SIGHT:
Preventing Blue Light Damage to Your Eyes

Blue Light is known to affect the crystalline lens of the eye. In the 1980s, scientists discovered that the crystalline lens not only provides optical power, but also effectively filters light with short wavelengths in order to reduce blue light damage that can occur on the retina. Our natural lens contains structural proteins and enzymes. These substances and derivatives produce a yellow pigment in the lens protein that gradually darken over time to block the absorption of blue light and thus protect the retina. Studies have shown that the production of free radicals or reactive oxygen species (ROS) in the mitochondria of epithelial cells may lead to cataracts due to the exposure of blue light. However, the use of antioxidants as a defense can help slow down cataract development. Carotenoid lutein and zeaxanthin are effective antioxidants and are the only carotenoids found in the crystalline lens. Both of these can help protect the lens proteins, DNA, and lipids from oxidative stress and damage. .  

Short wavelength High Energy Blue Light is most harmful to the cells on the retina and is implicated in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD). When the eye is exposed to higher amounts of the blue light spectrum, there are two types of retinal cell damaged that can occur and are most commonly associated with AMD: photoreceptor cells are damaged by UV and visible ranges between 400 – 440 nm; retinal pigment epithelial (RPE) cells are most damaged by wavelengths of 415 – 470 nm plus or minus 10 nm. 
Wearing protective high quality sunwear from designers such as Tom Ford, John Varvatos, and Ray Ban is imperative due to the fact that the largest source of blue light originates from sunlight. Also, ensure that you are using polycarbonate lenses, which block 97% of the ultraviolet spectrum up to 390 nm. Similarly, you may want to consider lenses Vision Ease Clear Blue FilterTM. With today’s constant use of smart phones, laptops, and tablets, additional protection from blue light is required. Clear Blue Lenses filter the highest amount of blue light up to 430 nm. These lenses have anti-glare and scratch protection guaranteed for two years, with a one year inspection. Please consult an eye care professional to protect your vision and prevent eye damage. Call us and stop in for more details. 
Physics Radiation Chart — Armherst, NY — Eye To Eye Optical Inc.
March 2020 Newsletter
THIS MONTH'S IN SIGHT: 
Preventing UV Damage to Your Eyes

Preventing sun damage to all parts of your eye is important and requires ultraviolet (UV) and blue light protection at all times. Age related macular degeneration (AMD) occurs at the retina in the back of the eye and is the leading cause of progressive blindness in seniors today. In addition, the crystalline lens inside your eye provides approximately one-third of your focusing power and is where cataracts develop. The cornea is the clear transparent part of the eye that covers the iris, pupil, and anterior chamber, and accounts for approximately two-thirds of the eye’s total optical power. When the cornea is overexposed to the sun it can develop ultraviolet keratitis, which is comparable to a sunburn. Furthermore, the conjunctiva is a protective covering of the front of the eye, or a thin mucous membrane that lines the inside surface of the eyelids and sclera (white part of the eye). Conditions such as pinquecula and pterygium can occur on the conjunctiva. 

Due to these various eye disorders, lens manufacturers have introduced lens materials that help block specific wavelengths of UV and blue light (HEV-high energy visible light). Materials such as polycarbonate, trivex, and high index lenses block 100% of the sun’s UV rays up to 400 nm and help minimize these harmful effects. Protecting your eyes from HEV is also a good idea, but will be discussed in a later segment. 

UV radiation (100 nm - 400 nm) has a higher energy than visible light (400 nm - 700 nm). There are two ranges of UV light that penetrate the Earth’s atmosphere and reach the eye: UVC (less than 280 nm) is filtered by the Earth’s ozone layer; UVB (280 – 320 nm) is solar energy that causes sunburn and snow-blindness and is absorbed by the cornea; UVA (320 – 400 nm) is part of the invisible spectrum and is the most dangerous of the UV radiation, making it a pertinent concern today. As such, an eye care professional who understands the human eye should be consulted to protect your vision and prevent eye damage. 
December 2019 Newsletter
THIS MONTH'S IN SIGHT: 
Eye Strain Solutions

Ever wonder how to improve your visual experience when using your smartphone and frequently used electronic devices? With the continuous evolution of technology and the constant need to use digital equipment in our everyday lives, eye strain is a common problem. RO Versatile DSV is an advanced Free-Form Digital Single Vision lens that is specifically designed and customized to address eye strain for those who regularly use cellphones, tablets, laptops and smartwatches. It provides higher definition that sharpens your vision across the entire lens design. Patients that especially have a higher minus or plus prescription with stronger amounts of astigmatism will see the greatest results.

RO Versatile DSV is engineered with Digital Ray-Path Technology, which allows the eye to be fully compensated for in every direction, while always taking into consideration how it visually moves. The wearer is given a complete custom-made lens that removes oblique abnormalities, and the result is a lens with outstanding clarity and comfort regardless of the prescription or frame type. In addition, this technology is adaptable to any frame choice and all lens materials can be used including high index. Lens options such as photochromic (light changeable lenses) and blue light filtering protection can also be added. Adding this design to Polarized lenses for sport use will enhance your peripheral field of vision. Upgrade your conventional single vision lenses to high definition today with the RO Versatile DSV!
October 2019 Newsletter
THIS MONTH'S IN SIGHT: 
Eye Fatigue Solutions

Ever wonder how to improve your visual experience when using your smartphone and frequently used electronic devices? With the continuous evolution of technology and the constant need to use digital equipment in our everyday lives, eye fatigue is a common problem. RO Versatile M is a progressive lens that is specifically designed to address the eye strain for those who regularly use cellphones, tablets, laptops and smartwatches. It provides a wide visual field layout for both near and distance vision with a comfortable soft transition in the reading zone. This Mobile Progressive lens design places the emphasis on a larger intermediate viewing area. 
RO Versatile M incorporates Smart Add, the technology that adjusts your focus at different working distances while allowing you to read simultaneously on different screens. This advanced free-form design incorporates Digital Ray Path Technology that results in an exceptional visual field targeted to meet any patient's lifestyle demands. In addition, this technology is adaptable to any frame choice including wrap style frames and all lens materials can be used. If you are looking for extra blue light protection, blue light filtering can be added as well. This Versatile series is also available in B (Balanced), D (Distance), N (Near), M (Mobile), F (First Time Wearers), and XS (Extra Short Corridor) designs. With today's up-close usage of electronics, RO Versatile M's Smart Add is the smart choice. 
August 2019 Newsletter
THIS MONTH'S IN SIGHT: 
How to Frame Your Face Part II

Since your face shape is such a crucial aspect to consider when selecting eyewear, your first decision should be whether or not you prefer your frames to blend in or contrast your facial type. There are four common facial shapes - oval, oblong, round, and square. For example, if you have a round face and favor something more subtle, a light, round frame can be used. On the contrary, if you prefer something more bold, you can balance your face with a contrasting shape such as a darker, square frame.

Finding the Perfect Eyewear for Your Face:
Oval Face - The oval face offers the largest choice of frame shapes to compliment it. The goal is for your frame selection to maintain your face shape without altering your face proportions, keeping a balanced look in mind. 
Oblong Face - The oblong face can be balanced by choosing a fairly large frame that has horizontal lines. Curving frame lines or soft corners will help detract attention from the frames themselves. 
Round Face - The round face can be highlighted with a round frame. If you want to soften your round shape, you can contrast this shape and introduce frames with angles that have a horizontal design and slightly squared corners. 
Square Face - The square face usually has a wide, firm jaw. Angular frames will accentuate the boldness this face shape whereas round or oval shapes will soften it. In addition, an unusual or colorful frame can balance a square face and make its contours less noticeable. 

June 2019 Newsletter
THIS MONTH'S IN SIGHT: 
How to Frame Your Face Part I

Choosing the most flattering eyewear for your face can become one of your most valuable assets, allowing your best facial features to stand out and taking the emphasis off any flaws. As such, your face shape is an essential aspect to consider when selecting eyewear. Eyewear shapes should contrast face shapes, so follow these simple tips when picking out your next eyeglass frames:

Heart Face - Try a frame with straight top lines and rounded edges such as the aviator style 
Oval Face - Most frame shapes will work as long as the frame is proportionate to your face 
Oblong Face - Try a frame with a strong top bar and round bottom lines 
Round Face - Try straight, angular, or geometric shaped frames to give your face contours 
Square Face - Try oval or round frames to add softness to your face

Fashion Tips for Finding the Perfect Eyewear for Your Face:
• A long nose or wide-set eyes can be counteracted with a thick, dark colored bridge
• Close-set eyes look good with a high, thin, light colored bridge, or narrow frame shapes 
• A highly placed temple can give the illusion of a longer, narrower face
• Fuller hairstyles around the face look best with a thin, light frame where as less hair around the face looks best with a bolder frame

May 2019 Newsletter
THIS MONTH'S IN SIGHT:
Hazards of Blue Light

Blue light can be harmful or beneficial depending on how you are exposed to it, but the hazards of blue light have been known for decades now. There is sufficient evidence that blue light damages cells on the retina, disrupts the circadian rhythm, and also contributes to immune system deficiencies. In addition, blue light can cause digital strain. Neck, back, and shoulder pain as well as headaches, blurred vision, and dry eyes are all indications that you may be experiencing digital strain. Therefore, the patients that can most benefit from blue light protection are heavy technology users, children, post cataract patients, and anyone diagnosed with macular degeneration.
When white light is refracted, it breaks into the component colors red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet (ROYGBIV). However, the eye works harder to properly focus on the color blue, which is a shorter wavelength. The blue portion of the light beam scatters and defocuses in front of the retina, causing chromatic aberrations accompanied by glare and blurry vision.
Incandescent light sources such as light bulbs, older computers, and television screens displayed more light in the yellow range of the light spectrum. Conversely, with the shift to more modern bright white light, our laptops, smartphones, computers, tablets, and other modern technology contain much more blue light (LEDs) or light-emitting diodes. 
Therefore, it is important to contact an eye care professional to discuss which blue light protection options best fit your personal needs. Blutech, Clear Blue, and special anti-glare coatings are some of the several products specifically designed to protect your eyes against blue light and do help with migraines and headaches. 
April 2019 Newsletter
This Month's IN SIGHT:
WHAT IS GLARE?

Glare can be defined as brilliant light. On a sunny day, it may be considered as the intensity of this light. It also can be concentrated and reflected away from shiny surfaces such as snow or water.
Optical experts view glare as discomforting or disabling when you drive directly into the sun. Polarizing sun wear eliminates glare reflected from flat surfaces at a certain angle.
Ultraviolet light ( UV ) is a band of the spectrum of invisible light with a wavelength of 10nm to 400nm. The sun is the primary source of UV radiation. 
UV is divided into 3 sections: A, B, and C.
UVC (below 286nm) is filtered out by the earth’s ozone layer.
UVB (286nm - 320nm) is the solar energy responsible for sunburn and snow blindness. This band is absorbed by the cornea or protective layer of the eye.
UVA (320nm - 400nm) is the most damaging type of UV radiation and is transmitted to the crystalline lens of the eye.
Due to exposure to UV radiation, eye-care professionals recommend quality sunglasses as they are the best protection against glare and the harmful effects of the sun.
February 2019 Newsletter
IN SIGHT:
FROM OUR EYES TO YOURS
NEW PRODUCTS

New Shamir Autograph Intelligence TM Progressive Digital Lens Design: 
Shamir Autograph Intelligence lens provides the presbyopic patient with a unique continuous lens design based on the Visual Age TM of the patient. 
This is the most advanced progressive lens that takes into account actual viewing angles computed for all distances.
Patients will notice instant focusing which results in easier transition between the optical viewing zones. 
As we age our visual needs change and this lens design is formulated 
for all ages. 
Whether you are 35 or 65 this lens will provide you with the best design suited for your Visual Age TM. Each lens was developed to form the basis that is specific to the individual’s needs. 
The emerging presbyopic patient will experience an easier adaption with this New design. 
December 2018 Newsletter
IN SIGHT:
FROM OUR EYES TO YOURS
NEW PRODUCTS

Biofinity Energys TM Lenses: 
First Digital Contact lens that is designed with Digital Optical Zones.  
Cooper Vision has incorporated multiple surface aspheric curves across the entire optical section to distribute your lens power more evenly. The results, more positive power which is then translated in the center of the lens. This takes additional strain away from the eyes. 
This Digital Zone Optics Lens design is in response to all the eye fatigue complaints with the use of hand held devices: (smart phones, computer screens, tablets, or any extended usage of the close range in our daily activity. 
Our eyes are constantly moving and these activities may cause eye fatigue, tiredness and dryness. New Biofinity Energys TM are the first and only contact lenses to combine the natural wettability of Aquaform R Technology with the advanced innovation of Digital Zone Optics. 
These lenses achieve an optimum balance between three key comfort measures: breathability, wettability, and flexibility in order to maximize patient satisfaction.
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Thank You and Happy Holidays to you and your Family,
Frank