Learn More About Pupillary Distance
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of June 25, 2019 To ensure that you will derive optimum benefit from your new eyeglasses, it is important to measure the “pupillary distance” (PD), the distance between your two pupils. Because this measurement varies greatly from person to person, it is important…
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Weighing In On Metal Eyeglass Frames
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of June 10, 2019 Titanium is a metal that is in high demand by those who want eyeglass frames that are both lightweight and distinctive. For those looking for a metal that offers a good lower-cost alternative to titanium eyeglasses, there is berylium,…
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Customized Eyeglass Lenses
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of June 1, 2019 Tinted lenses add a dash of customization to any eyeglasses. They are particularly popular in rimless eyeglasses and shields. Gradients are the most sought-after of the tints. They feature color shading that goes from dark at the top of…
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Beta-Carotene and Carrots
True or False: Carrots are good for your eyes? The answer is TRUE! Not only are carrots delicious, they also contain beta-carotene, a compound that the body converts into vitamin A, which is key for healthy eyesight and skin. Beta-carotene also gives carrots their orange color. Fun fact: Flamingos are pink because their diets are…
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Eliminate Glare with Polarized Lenses
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of May 5, 2019 Polarized lenses eliminate reflected glare from water; snow; and shiny, man-made surfaces such as metal, mirrors, windshields, and glass. This glare-canceling ability makes polarized lenses beneficial for drivers, light-sensitive individuals, post-cataract surgery patients, and anyone wanting to see more…
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Vision Rehabilitation Can Help Those With Low Vision
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of April 15, 2019 If medications, store magnifiers, reading glasses, and/or surgery fail to improve vision that has been compromised by injury, disease, or congenital abnormality, vision rehabilitation can help those with “low vision” make the most of the vision they have left….
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Attitude of Gratitude
Saying thanks daily is an easy way to boost your happiness and health! Thankfulness can… Enhance relationships Reduce negative feelings Improve sleep Increase patience Raise self-esteem Boost empathy Strengthen resilience Start now! Write down one thing a day you’re grateful for and place it in a jar. When you empty the jar, you’ll be reminded…
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Selecting The Proper Eyeglass Frames
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of March 3, 2019 Because your eyeglasses are among the first things people notice about you, they should reflect your personality and lifestyle. For serious business wear, classic shapes such as ovals, rectangles, and almonds in traditional gold, silver, brown, gray, and black…
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Lenses That Respond To Light Conditions
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of February 17, 2019 Lenses that change from dark to light in response to sun exposure were first developed in the late 1960s. “Photochromic” lenses, which darken in response to how much ultraviolet light they are exposed to, were once restricted to glass….
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Precision Fit Eyeglasses
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of February 3, 2019 In order for prescription eyeglass lenses to work as designed, careful measurements must be taken to ensure they properly align with the wearer’s eyes. First, the bridge and temples must fit the face so that the frames rest comfortably…
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