Choosing the Right Prescription Sunglasses

Protect Your Eyes from the Sun

When you are out in the sun, it's important to wear sunglasses. If you're a glasses wearer, it's a good idea to get a pair of prescription sunglasses so that you can wear them while driving and doing other activities. With prescription sunglasses, it's simple to switch back and forth between glasses and your sunglasses. To get your pair, you first need an eye exam from an optometrist. Contact Crystal Clear Optometry in McAllen for help from Dr. Ramirez when choosing your next pair of prescription sunglasses.

Choose the Frames

When you wear sunglasses, you want them to look as good on you as your regular glasses do. That requires you to pay attention to the color of the frames as well as their shape. The shape should complement the shape of your face so that it adds to your appearance. Try on a few different shapes to see which ones look the best with your specific face shape.

You also need to choose the color of the frames. People often choose black, and this is a color that looks good on virtually everyone. However, if you want to choose another color, make sure that it goes well with your hair and skin colors. Hold the frames up to both to see how well they go together.

Levels of Darkness

Another important factor is just how dark your sunglasses are going to be. There is a lot of variation in darkness levels. You might choose a pair that slightly darkens your view to take some of the impact out of the sunlight. You may also choose a darker pair that cuts out a lot more sunlight. The only rule to follow is not to get sunglasses that are so dark that you cannot see well through them.

Wearing Your Sunglasses

Because sunglasses offer significant UV protection, you should wear them anytime you're outside or in a vehicle when the sun is out. If you live in or around McAllen and are considering prescription sunglasses, Dr. Ramirez at Crystal Clear Optometry is here to help. Call our team today at (956) 687-6567 or reach us through our website by using our online contact form.