Many people are happy to wear their sunglasses during the summer because they're outdoors more often. They often don't think to wear them during the winter because they think the sun isn't as hot. After all, it's colder, so there isn't as much sun, right? Actually, you need to wear sunglasses in the winter just as such as you do in the summer to protect your eyes. If you wear prescription glasses, consider getting prescription sunglasses to make things less complicated. When you need an eye exam with our eye doctor, call our optometry office in Saint James, MN, to see our optometrist for an eye exam and any treatment that's needed. We at Olson Optical are here to help.

UV Rays

Because the sun can be bright during the winter, that means that you can be at risk of exposure to the sun's UV rays. UV rays can be highly damaging to the eyes. They might cause patients to be at a higher risk for both macular degeneration as well as cataracts. UV rays can even give your eyes a sunburn. Wearing sunglasses can help block UV rays from passing through the lenses and reaching your eyes. Sunglasses can be made with a coating on the lenses that blocks these rays and keeps your eye safer.

Debris and Wind

When you're outdoors, you are vulnerable to the wind blowing into your eyes when your eyes aren't protected. This can drive tiny particles into your eyes and cause a scratched cornea. The wind can also cause you to develop a frustrating and painful condition called dry eye. When you go outside in the winter, it can be a good idea to have your sunglasses on to protect your eyes from damaging elements.

Get Your Optometry Appointment with Us

Whether you wear prescription glasses or contacts, there are sunglasses for you. To get your eye exam from our eye doctor and to get the eye care treatment you may need, call our Saint James, MN, office to see our optometrist and get the sunglasses you need. Call us at (507) 375-2020 for Olson Optical.