Technology has brought incredible convenience into our lives, but spending too much time on your digital devices, whether it’s your laptop or cellphone, can take its toll on your vision and have harmful effects that may lead to:
- Eye strain and fatigue
- Blurred vision
- Retinal injury
- Constant headaches
- Increased risk of developing ocular conditions such as cataracts and AMD
Protect Your Vision With Blue Block Lenses
At our Eye Clinic in Sunridge Mall, our highly experienced NE Calgary optometrists are dedicated to protecting your eye health and clarity of vision. From glaucoma testing, dry eye care, and emergency eye services, to fitting your eyeglasses with quality blue light lenses, our Calgary optometrists offer comprehensive services to keep yours and your family’s eyes healthy for many years.
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What Are Blue Light Lenses and Why Should I Invest In Them?
Blue light lenses are tinted lenses with anti-glare protection. Optometrists often recommend them to limit your exposure to blue light, which can be emitted from sunshine, certain light bulbs, and your digital devices, including your computer, laptop, and smartphone.
Blue light lenses work to reduce the potential eye damage caused by blue light and improve symptoms of computer vision syndrome. If you do spend many hours in front of the screen, whether for work or school, then investing in blue light lenses may be a good option.
3 Benefits of Opting For Blue Light Lenses
Working on a computer or using your cellphone all day can cause many health problems, such as neck issues and carpal tunnel syndrome, to blurry vision and dry eyes.
That’s why so many optometrists recommend blue light lenses to help you block out the majority of harmful blue light that is emitted from such screens, as they will help reduce eye fatigue, unclear vision, dry eyes, and headaches.
Here are 3 great benefits of investing in blue light lenses:
1. They’ll Alleviate Any Eye Discomfort
Excess computer usage can lead to computer vision syndrome, digital eye strain, and dry eyes. Blue light lenses work to enhance your focus and reduce eye strain, making your eyes feel healthier and more alert. This can also help boost your productivity, since your eyes won’t be impacted as much by higher-than-average computer use.
Bonus Tip From Our Calgary Optometrist: In addition to wearing blue light lenses, make sure to blink frequently and take regular breaks away from your computer to alleviate any eye discomfort.
2. You’ll Enjoy Better Sleep Habits
It is recommended that you avoid using blue light devices before bedtime because the high energy frequency can lead to poor quality sleep. However, blue light lenses will protect you against this high energy, allowing you to use your digital devices before bed, while still enjoying a restful night’s sleep.
Bonus Tip From Our Calgary Optometrist: Besides wearing your blue light lenses when on your computer at night, try to dim the lights in your room to reduce glare. This will improve your quality of sleep.
3. They’ll Lower Your Risk of Developing Age Related Macular Degeneration
AMD is one of the leading causes of blindness in Canada and blue light glasses can help combat this condition by preventing blue light from wearing down your eyes and from damaging your retina. Blue light lenses also help improve early AMD symptoms, such as blurry vision.
Bonus Tip From Our Calgary Optometrist: In addition to wearing your blue light lenses, make sure to stay at least 1.5 feet away from your screen at all times to reduce the impact of blue light on your retina.
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To find out more about the costs and benefits of blue light lenses and how our NE Calgary optometrists can help protect your eye health and keep your vision clear, visit us at 2525 36 St NE, Unit 157 Calgary, Alberta, T1Y 5T4. Alternatively, you can contact our optometrists at 403-280-7518 or book an appointment online.
