News from Sparks & Feros Optometrists
Protection from the Darker Side of Blue Light
Light is an essential part of our lives, allowing us to see the world around in beautiful colour and clarity. Surprisingly, it also helps us with other non-visual functions of our bodies!
Good Blue Light
Blue-Turquoise Light is beneficial to our sleep/wake cycles
Not all blue light causes retinal damage. In fact, Blue-turquoise light from
455nm-495nm is very beneficial to our sleep/wake cycles and hormone
balance. So we need to keep those good wavelengths during the day
while blocking out the bad blue light!
The sun provides loads of this longer wavelength blue light (blue-
turquoise) having always helped synchronise our biological clock and
preserve health functions. This light acts to wake us up – it stimulates
alertness and concentration.
Clear everyday lenses that allow the transmission of beneficial blue light (blue-turquoise) while filtering harmful blue light and UV, can help protect against long term damage of the eye without upsetting our sleep/wake cycles. See Figure A
Screen use at Night
When the sun goes down Blue-turquoise light would normally disappear
triggering a more restful state of mind leading to sleep. However, with
today’s high use of digital devices 24/7 plus background LED lighting –
the high levels of Blue-Turquoise can actually interfere with you getting a
good night’s sleep.
True Blue lenses are made to filter 99% of harmful blue and some but
not all of the blue turquoise light. TruBlue eyewear is designed to help
you sleep after you shut down your screen.
Blue Light – A Threat to your Vision
The amount of blue light we are exposed to is rapidly on the increase - from energy efficient light sources to the exponential increase in the use of digital devices and of course from natural sunlight - blue light is everywhere.
Blue Light Control
The ever increasing use of digital devices combined combined with LED indoor light sources has greatly increased the level of blue light radiation reaching our eyes.
Check Out the Latest Range from La Font
Monsieur Louis Lafont opened a small spectacle boutique on Rue Vignon in Paris’ Madeleine district in the Autumn of 1923.
By the end of the 1970’s Philippe La Font, Louis’s grandson, with his wife Lauren, had started to work with major fashion houses Hermes and Chanel to create a new range eyewear which were soon to become highly sort after fashion accessories.
Today the company is run by a fourth Lafont generation. They continue to make frames and sunglasses with a focus on cutting edge materials technology, functionality while still respecting craftsmanship and that intangible French fashion flair!
Ninety years of experience, unparalleled expertise from a company that upholds strong family values-all backed by a name you can depend on.
Lafont - Glasses made in France that have made Parisian chic accessible.
Latest range is in store now.
Book an appointment to browse our range - call us on 02 9872 1555 or book online here.
Nikon DAS Lenses for ultimate clarity
Searching for ultimate visual clarity?
Nikon DAS lenses were made for myopes to keep you seeing everything naturally as it limits visual distortions, meaning no 'small eyes' effect.
Find out more about using Nikon DAS for your next pair of glasses!
Book in for an eye test online or give us a call on 9872 1555
Why IPL Treatments is the solution for your Dry Eyes
Do you have dry eyes? It might be time to get an IPL or Intense-pulsed light treatment. But how do you know if you have dry eyes and what can IPL do to help?
What is Dry Eye?
Dry Eye is a common condition that happens when you are unable to produce enough tears to properly moisturise your eyes. This is caused by meibomian gland dysfunction. Your eyes may feel sandy, it can have a burning sensation, can cause redness, too much tearing, blurry vision, and you may experience light sensitivity. You may also find it difficult to wear contact lenses if you need them.
Dry eyes give a whole level of discomfort. It creates significant negative impact on your day-to-day life and certainly should not be ignored. So what can you do to fix it?
What is IPL and why is it the best treatment for dry eyes?
There are several treatment options for dry eyes. While artificial tears, supplements and other methods can help, they can also be inconvenient and do not ultimately treat the root cause of a dry eye like IPL does.
IPL has multiple functions that help alleviate the symptoms of dry eyes:
- Decreases inflammation around the eyelids that contribute to dry eyes.
- Helps repair and improve the function of meibomian glands.
- Attacks parasites that cause infection.
The treatment is fast and painless, and is performed by ophthalmologists (specialist doctors for eyes). If you feel you may have dry eyes, book in for a Dry Eye Assessment today!
Book an Appointment Online or call 02 9872 1555!
Etnia Barcelona Eyewear
Etnia Barcelona creates a more stylish look for every face. It has a wide array of designs that injects colour, turning functional accessories into works of art with its bright primary coloured frames. It's also famous for its collaborations with legendary artists!
If you are looking for eyewear that can not only improve your vision, but can also up your fashion game, then this one's for you.
Grab your very own pair! Visit our store in Carlingford Court today or book an appointment for an eye test to see these stylish frames in store!
Ryan Adda Eyewear
Introducing Ryan Adda Eyewear, with a wide selection of stylish eyewear that perfectly matches every face shape. Each frame design also adds a certain kind of attitude, bringing out a boost of impressive quality in you.
An easy and wearable pair of specs for the every individual!
Grab your very own pair! Visit our store in Carlingford Court today or book an appointment for an eye test to see these stylish frames in store!
