Polarized Lenses

Glare can be a significant problem for people who spend a great time outdoors and who must engage in work tasks or recreational activities. To reduce the discomfort and reduction in clarity that glare produces, optical manufacturers developed polarized lenses. At Eye Care Specialists of Florida in Kissimmee, FL, we offer polarized glasses to help you see more clearly and to protect your vision from the sun's glare.

What Are Polarized Lenses?

Sunlight can be reflected in many different directions. The light that bounces off water, car hoods and other objects in the environment is oriented on a horizontal level. Polarized lenses use a special chemical that acts as a laminated filter, which only allows in light with a vertical orientation. Horizontal light is blocked, and glare is reduced. This effect makes polarized glasses a good choice for individuals who need to see clearly in outdoor environments that have a great deal of glare.

Benefits of Polarized Glasses

Polarization of lenses reduces glare from the sunlight, which improves safety when engaging in outdoor activities. It reduces eyestrain from glare, and allows better visual clarity. Polarization also permits more accurate color perception, which can be important for some activities. These lenses can also help with driving, reducing glare from the sun, from asphalt, and from snowy surfaces in cold climates.

Who Needs Polarized Lenses?

Many individuals choose polarized glasses because they work outdoors or enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, such as fishing, boating, or jet skiing. Polarized lenses also allow better viewing of electronic screens for individuals who work outdoors using computers or smartphones. Individuals who drive for a living can benefit from the glare-reducing properties of polarized lenses, which can help reduce eye discomfort from long hours on the road. In addition, individuals who suffer from light sensitivity can benefit from the reduction in glare that these lenses provide.

Make Eye Care Specialists of Florida Your Ophthalmologist in Kissimmee, FL

Dr. Saira Choudhri and the team at Eye Care Specialists of Florida make good vision and eye health a priority for their patients in Kissimmee, FL and surrounding areas. We offer comprehensive exams, eyeglasses, contact lenses, dry eye treatment, eye surgery and management of eye diseases. Call Eye Care Specialists of Florida today at (407) 483-0328 for an appointment to learn how polarized glasses can help you in your daily life.