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Fossil for Women

PersDMG — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:12:41 +0000

Fossil for Women has been a fantastic addition to our frame collection here at Perspective Eyecare! Vintage styles with a modern twist, you’ve got to come in and see them. New styles arriving weekly!!

USE IT OR LOSE IT!

PersDMG — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 19:48:43 +0000

Did you know that your flex spending / health savings account money EXPIRES at the end of the year?

Did you know that if you don’t USE it, you LOSE it?

Don’t throw away your money – we can help!!

Your FSA/HSA money can be used for examinations, office visits, additional contact lenses, prescription sunglasses or even a second pair of glasses for fun or sport!

Need an exam? Dr. Kennedy is here 5 days a week for your convenience.

Already had your exam? Stop in anytime to pick out your new sunglasses or order more contacts.

Don’t lose your hard earned money!

Living Social DEAL!

PersDMG — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:12:06 +0000

We’re featured on Living Social today! Great opportunity to get that exam you’ve been putting off or even buy a gift for a family member or friend! Heck, it’s such a good deal, buy one for a stranger!

BIG SALE!

PersDMG — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 19:11:12 +0000

**All in-stock 9West Frames and 9West Sunglasses on sale now!**

Take $50 OFF any in-stock 9West Frame

(Regular prices: $195-$230)

Take $25 OFF any in-stock 9West Sunglass

(Regular prices: $100-$120)

Limited time offer, while supplies last. No special orders. Not valid on prior purchases. No cash back.

Eye Didn’t Know That!

PersDMG — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 14:19:12 +0000

Parents, if you’re looking for a great resource for information about your child’s (potential) eye issues, please visit this site! It’s packed full of good information about vision and your child.

In addition, there are great games and activities there for the kids.

As always, we are happy to answer any questions you have about visual conditions, too!

Photochromic Friday

PersDMG — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 12:00:03 +0000

About Photochromic Lenses

Photochromic lens technology—the ability of a lens to darken in the presence of invisible UV light—has been around for over 40 years. Photochromic lenses change from clear to dark based on the intensity of UV radiation. Remove the source of UV radiation from the lenses, and they return to their clear state.

The amount of photochromic reaction (how much a lens darkens) depends upon the intensity of the UV radiation present, combined to a lesser extent with the current temperature of the air. That means photochromics adjust automatically to indoor and outdoor light conditions. They automatically adjust to outdoor lighting conditions by providing the right level of tint, and return automatically to their clear state; both indoors and at night.

It’s important to note that photochromic lenses are designed for COMFORT and may not replace sunglasses when you are driving.

Research shows that only 13% of people associate extended exposure to the sun with damage to their eyes—as compared to 70% who recognize the danger to their skin. Make sure you select photochromic lenses that block 100% of harmful UV rays for your eyes, an important factor when considering eye health and healthy sight as a vital part of a lens purchase.

Source: Transitions Optical, Inc.

Friday Fact or Fiction

PersDMG — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 19:24:53 +0000

Contacts can make nearsighted eyes worse for kids.

FICTION. A recent study of 8 to 11-year-olds showed that contact lens wearers had no greater myopic progression (increase in nearsightedness) than those wearing glasses.

Vision for Food

PersDMG — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:00:32 +0000

Eat Healthy

Food is taking center stage in health. Not that food choices weren’t always important – your mom told you to eat those veggies for a reason. It’s just that there’s been an explosion of food-related research that shows the strong connection between food and health.

When it comes to vision and food, growing evidence supports the idea that various vitamins and minerals protect vision for the long haul. And that’s more important today than ever before, as the well-publicized “graying of America” marches on.

So, what’s the scoop on these vision-protecting nutrients? We talked
to an expert to find out. Leland Carr, O.D., is a VSP network doctor and professor of optometry at Northeastern State University in Oklahoma. Dr. Carr also sees patients regularly at several university-run eye clinics.

“Eating carrots won’t make you see better than you already do, but there is a lot of truth in the idea that they can help protect vision,” says Dr. Carr. “Carrots contain a lot of vitamin A, and there have been several studies recently showing that this vitamin – along with vitamins C and E – helps to reduce the impact of both cataracts and age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

The menu ticket? Eat lots of carrots and green, leafy veggies like spinach and kale, says the doctor. These in particular pack a hefty punch of the key vitamins, and a vision protecting substance called lutein too.

Vitamins A, C and E form a fitting acronym (ACE) when it comes to vision. A major federal study showed that the combo, plus zinc, is a winner when it comes to lowering risk of advanced AMD. Just another reason Dr. Carr touts the importance of “developing good eating habits and taking in the right nutrients” for healthy vision.

“One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to eat a balanced diet high in fruits and vegetables, but also low in saturated fats and sugar,” he adds. “Along with the vitamins, you should be sure to take
in adequate amounts of the minerals zinc and selenium, both of which help protect the retina – the light sensitive part of the back of the eye. You also need some fatty acids – usually from fish – to ensure adequate moisture in your eyes. Ask your family doctor if taking food supplements containing these substances is right for you.”

Here’s a rundown from Dr. Carr on health choices you should be getting at least three servings per week of – from each group.

• Vitamin A: Carrots, kale, spinach, dairy products, egg yolks

• Vitamin C: Citrus fruits (especially kiwi fruit) and juices, green peppers, broccoli, potatoes

• Vitamin E: Eggs, whole grains, vegetable oils, sunflower seeds

• Lutein: Spinach, corn, kale, broccoli, Brussels sprouts

• Fatty acids: Coldwater fish, such as salmon, mackerel and rainbow trout; sunflower oil, corn oil

• Zinc: Meat, poultry, fish, whole grains, dairy products

Friday Fact or Fiction

PersDMG — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 12:00:35 +0000

Contact lenses are a hassle to take care of.

FICTION. Contacts are simple and nearly hassle-free. Today’s soft lenses generally require just one type of solution to rub, rinse and store your lenses. If this level of daily cleaning and storage is too much for you, there are other options. Daily disposable lenses are worn for a day then tossed away.

Cataracts

PersDMG — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 12:00:12 +0000

August is Cataract Awareness Month!

Cataracts:Common Condition, Quick Correction

40 may be the new 30, but your eyes may not have received the memo yet. Fact is, we might feel younger than our years, but some body parts still wear out right on schedule.

The lens of the eye is one of those parts. We’re living longer, but our eyes aren’t keeping up. Surgery to remove cataracts, which routinely form in older eyes, is the most common surgery in the United States.

And, according to VSP doctor and cataract-specialist Alice Sterling, O.D., it’s the safest and most effective surgery too. She gives the low-down on the condition:

“The lens works like a magnifying glass inside your eye,” says the Winter Springs, Fla. doctor. “As the magnifier ages and changes, you can start to develop yellowish or opaque spots on it that will cause your eyesight to deteriorate significantly, with cloudiness and blurring the most common result.”

Cataracts are pretty much unavoidable. About half of adults between 65 and 75 develop them, and after 75, that number goes way up.

But don’t let your eyes make you feel old. Cataracts can grow for several years without any signs, and glasses can often postpone surgery. Once surgery is needed, no need to worry. The procedure is outpatient, painless and comes with a quick recovery – with normal activities resuming in just a few days. The surgeon just replaces the clouded lens with a fresh, clear implant – it typically takes less than half an hour.

It’s a cliché to say “sight is precious” – but that’s exactly how we feel. Sight can also be the sense on which your very livelihood hinges. That was case for one of Dr. Sterling’s patients, a woman who draws for a living.

From Clouded Colors to Clarity

Imagine drawing for living and, after years of clear vision and a successful career, suddenly the world looks different. It would be devastating. That’s what happened to 72-year old Dell Healy. The freelance illustrator began noticing she was unable to see the nuances of different shades of color. A trip to her optometrist, Dr. Sterling, confirmed her cataracts had gotten bad enough to warrant surgery.

Her doctor reassured her about the relative simplicity and safety of the procedure. A few days later, surgeon Dr. Harry Pappas gave Dell her colors back.

“I was wide awake the whole time and felt no pain,” Dell remembers. “After a few minutes, I asked Dr. Pappas, ‘When are you going to start the operation?’ He laughed and then he told me, ‘You’re all done — it’s over.’ I was back home in less than two hours.”

Within a few more hours, Dell’s vision was already improving dramatically.

“I’m reading books and newspapers again, and I can watch television without wearing my glasses,” she says. “But the best part of all is that I can see colors again.”

Source: VSP.com