“Birth Control Glass” By the Army

In the St. Louis Today Newspaper, there was a featured article by Phillip O’Connor on the “Army sees the light on eyeglasses”.  I find it very interesting that the Army has now decided that the heavy S9 glasses should be phased out.  And will be introducing the new 5As lighter and thinner frame.  What a change for the recruits, especially since the larger, heavier frame is back in style.  Once again the Army is not in with fashion!!!

Link for full article - Here

 

Coach Eyewear

Seeing and Looking your BEST!!!  The brand promise of Visual Perceptions and the adjunct Lenscrafters in the Corando Mall.  And just in time to look your BEST for spring….COACH EYEWEAR!!!

Courtesy of LensCrafters

Lenscrafters is now carrying a Coach Exclusive Line.  What a great time to update your look with this exclusive line!!!  They have a large selection of eyeglasses as well as sunglasses.  That have Coach’s unique blend of customized acetates and sleek metals into oversized shapes and shades of luxury.

Please visit our office for a comprehensive eye exam so you are ready to Spring into Spring with your new Coach Eyewear!

Age Related Macular Degeneration Month

The American Optometric Association reports “Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of severe vision loss in adults over age 50. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that 1.8 million people have AMD and another 7.3 million are at substantial risk for vision loss from AMD. Caucasians are at higher risk for developing AMD than other races. Women also develop AMD at an earlier age than men. This eye disease occurs when there are changes to the macula, a small portion of the retina that is located on the inside back layer of the eye. AMD is a loss of central vision that can occur in two forms: “dry” or atrophic and “wet” or exudative.”

Courtesy of Lighthouse International

Some common symptoms are: a gradual loss of ability to see objects clearly, distorted vision, a gradual loss of color vision, and a dark or empty area appearing in the center of vision. If you experience any of these, contact your our office immediately for a comprehensive examination. Central vision that is lost to macular degeneration cannot be restored. However, low vision devices, such as telescopic and microscopic lenses, can be prescribed to maximize existing vision.

Researchers have linked eye-friendly nutrients such as lutein/zeaxanthinvitamin Cvitamin E, and zinc to reducing the risk of macular degeneration.

If you have any questions about Macular Degeneration please contact our office at 505-884-8722.

Flex Spending

TIME is running out……

Make sure you use your vision care Flexible spending before the end of the year. Flexible spending accounts are tax-free way to pay

for out-of-pocket medial and health-related expenses, such as vision exams,contact lenses and eye wear!!!

 

 

Welcome to Visual Perceptions’ Eye Library. This information will be updated from time to time. This area covers subjects such as follows:

  • Your Eyes & Vision
  • Light, refraction and it’s importance
  • How do we make sense of light?
  • What is 20/20 Vision?
  • Astigmatism
  • Cataracts
  • Keratoconus
  • Dry Eyes
  • Conjunctivitis
  • Blepharitis
  • Monovision
  • Rigid Gas Permeable
  • Farsightedness
  • Nearsightedness
  • Presbyopia
  • Double Vision
  • Spots & Floaters
  • Glaucoma
  • Age Related Macular Degeneration
  • Styes (hordeolum)
  • Diabetes and the Eyes
  • Soft Contact Lenses
  • Bifocal contact lenses
  • Simultaneous vision