Make Sure Your Kid’s Sunglasses Provide Complete UV Protection

Children’s developing eyes are particularly vulnerable to UV rays. Sunglasses can help protect their eyes, but there are other ways to increase their protection. Vienna Eyecare Center, a top optometrist in the state, lists some of these below. 

Invest in Sunglasses That Provide Complete UV Protection

The tint of the lenses doesn’t affect the protection provided by sunglasses. You need to make sure the manufacturer has certified that the sunglasses block100% of UV rays.

Make Them Wear a Wide-Brimmed Hat

Certified UV-blocking lenses are able to completely block UV light, but some rays may slip through the gaps along the side of the sunglasses. To provide additional protection for your child’s eyes, make sure they wear a hat with a brim at least three inches wide.

Make Sure They Wear Goggles While Swimming

Your local eye doctor recommends that all children wear goggles when swimming. This doesn’t only apply to pools but to other bodies of water. Water from pools and beaches may contain microorganisms that may irritate your child’s eyes or even cause an infection.

Keep Them Hydrated and Ensure They Get Plenty of Sleep

Dehydration can cause dry eye symptoms. Your child might also rub their eyes when they’re tired due to inadequate sleep, increasing the risk of an eye infection.

Visit Your Local Optometrist

The best thing you can do to safeguard the visual health of your child is to bring them for a visit your local optometrist. We can identify underlying vision or eye problems and provide prompt treatment.

Vienna Eyecare Center offers a variety of eye careservices and products. To schedule a consultation, call (703) 938-7633 or fill out this form. We serve homeowners in Fairfax, VA.

Dr. Richard Snively

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