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Archive for January, 2010

Popular Misconceptions About Sunglasses #4

Tuesday, January 26th, 2010
Another misconception regarding sunglasses is that photochromic lenses don’t block out UV rays as well as regular sunglasses. This, too, is false. As long as they offer 100% UV protection, photochromic lenses (such as the Transitions-brand) provide the same level of UV protection as regular sunglasses. For further information or to book an appointment please call any of our three Rochester, NY Cornerstone Eye Associates locations in Gates (585-328-0153), Brighton (585-244-2200) or Irondequoit (585-266-7880).

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What is Presbyopia?

Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

A condition where the eye loses its ability to focus with aging. A person with presbyopia experiences difficulty and takes longer in switching between objects at different distances, such as, between the road and the speedometer when driving a car. For further information or to book a contact lens appointment with one of our doctors please call any of our three Rochester, NY Cornerstone Eye Associates locations in Gates (585-328-0153), Brighton (585-244-2200) or Irondequoit (585-266-7880).

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What is Myopia (nearsightedness)?

Tuesday, January 19th, 2010

Myopia is a visual defect where the light rays focus in front of the retina instead of on it due to steeper cornea or longer eyeball. People with this condition can see nearby objects clearly but distant objects appear blurred. For further information or to book a contact lens appointment with one of our doctors please call any of our three Rochester, NY Cornerstone Eye Associates locations in Gates (585-328-0153), Brighton (585-244-2200) or Irondequoit (585-266-7880).

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Popular Misconceptions About Sunglasses #3

Tuesday, January 19th, 2010
Another popular misconception regarding sunglasses is that you should have UV coating put on your lenses for extra protection. Again, this is absolutely false. If your glasses already have UV protection, they do not need to have added protection put on them. For further information or to book an appointment please call any of our three Rochester, NY Cornerstone Eye Associates locations in Gates (585-328-0153), Brighton (585-244-2200) or Irondequoit (585-266-7880).

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Popular Misconceptions About Sunglasses #2

Tuesday, January 12th, 2010
Another common misconception with regards to sunglasses is that lenses with darker tints are more protective than lenses with a lighter tint. This too is false. The tint of the lens has nothing to do with the UV protection of the glasses. A clear lens with no tint and 100% UV protection is better for your eyes than dark, heavily tinted sunglasses without UV protection. In fact, dark lenses without adequate UV protection are actually worse for your eyes than not wearing glasses at all, because the dark tint causes your pupils to become dilated, thus exposing your eyes to more harmful UV light. For further information or to book an appointment please call any of our three Rochester, NY Cornerstone Eye Associates locations in Gates (585-328-0153), Brighton (585-244-2200) or Irondequoit (585-266-7880).

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What is Hyperopia (farsightedness)?

Tuesday, January 12th, 2010

It is a visual defect where the light rays focus behind the retina instead of on it due to flatter cornea or shorter eyeball. People with hyperopia have difficulty seeing objects close up. For further information or to book a contact lens appointment with one of our doctors please call any of our three Rochester, NY Cornerstone Eye Associates locations in Gates (585-328-0153), Brighton (585-244-2200) or Irondequoit (585-266-7880).

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Popular Misconceptions About Sunglasses #1

Tuesday, January 5th, 2010
A common misconception regarding sunglasses is that sunglasses with 100% UV protection are expensive. This is absolutely false. You do not have to pay a premium for proper UV protection. While more expensive sunglasses may offer more stylish frames, higher quality lenses, sharper images and less glare, it is very easy to find inexpensive sunglasses that offer 100% UV protection. For further information or to book an appointment please call any of our three Rochester, NY Cornerstone Eye Associates locations in Gates (585-328-0153), Brighton (585-244-2200) or Irondequoit (585-266-7880).

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What is an Aspheric CL?

Tuesday, January 5th, 2010

A type of bifocal lens in which the lens power changes gradually, from the center to the periphery of the lens. For further information or to book a contact lens appointment with one of our doctors please call any of our three Rochester, NY Cornerstone Eye Associates locations in Gates (585-328-0153), Brighton (585-244-2200) or Irondequoit (585-266-7880).

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