The spring season is also bringing us longer days.  Longer days mean more exposure to UV light.  And, as you know, UV light can be harmful to our eyes.  It can lead to the formation of cataracts and macular degeneration.  Protecting our eyes and our skin from these harmful rays is very important.   

Acuvue Oasys just launched a new line of contact lenses with Transitions technology.  The transition technology means that the contact lens darkens when UV light hits them.  We were one of the first offices in Shreveport to be able to try the lenses for ourselves and our patients.  Acuvue Oasys with Transitions lenses contain the light changing technology you have in your favorite transition glasses but now in a contact lens.   

These lenses are fabulous for several reasons.  The new transiti...

Spring is such a nice time of year to enjoy the great outdoors.  However, in many places in the U.S., the pollen counts climb very high this time of year.  Eye allergies can be a burden to your eyes especially if they are already dry.   

If you want to continue wearing your contact lenses, you may have to do a little extra work this time of year.  Here are three steps you can take to keep your eyes happy while wearing contact lenses.  

No. 1) Wraparound Sunglasses 

Wear wraparound sunglasses when you are outdoors. When you are wearing your contact lenses outdoors, it is best to protect your eyes with sunglasses.  In the springtime, wraparound sunglasses will decrease the amount of pollen getting to your eyes. This type of sunglasses has shields, or coverage, on the sides.  So, wind and ...