We are privileged to live in an advanced age at the turn of the 21st century. Electronic devices are everywhere in our world today and make our everyday interactions with the world around us ever easier, safer and more convenient. Although many positive effects have resulted from these devices in our everyday lives, a darker, more dangerous side exists to all of this progress and convenience. Blue light, also known as high energy visible light, is emitted by many of these electronics, and is a serious threat to eye health which was previously unknown and irrelevant in generations past.
Patients who spend hours on electronic devices are at increased risk of eyestrain and glare, macular degeneration or problems falling asleep at night. For more information about blue light and how to protect yourself, contact your eye doctor today.
Advanced Solutions at The Vision Centers
Optical Lenses
Certain optical lenses are available with a blue light filter and an area of the lens which is designed specifically to ease digital eye strain.
We primarily prescribe the Essilor “Eyezen” lens which has a blue light filter built into it, along with customizable portion designed specifically to help computer users.
Contact Lenses
There are also several contact lenses that have a blue light filtration and protection. One of those lenses is from Johnson & Johnson and it is called Acuvue Max.