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Dark Circles and How to Get Rid of Those?

Dark circles are caused due to a variety of reasons which include age, genetics, allergies, medications etc. There are some ways which can be tried upon to get rid of these. Some such tips are:

1. Doubling up on pillows and sleeping at an increased level can help in stopping blood to get pool up under the eyes.

2. A cold compress on waking up from bed can help in tightening the blood vessels and give a refreshed look.

3. Getting a cucumber compress like the old way also does the trick.

4. Eye creams are available in the market which can be used for good results even after using Seiko super resistant blue glasses in Mauritius while working on digital screens for long hours.

5. Coffee packs seem to work for many.

6. A diet rich in vitamin C, vitamin E and healthy fats also prove beneficial.

7. Drinking plenty of water gives not only a radiant skin but the skin around the eyes remain firm too.

All the above points might not work for everyone but one or some of these works for mostly everyone.

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3 Types of Glasses Needed Everyday

The sunglasses shop in Mauritius points out the 3 essential must-haves when it comes to spectacles. The types are:

Prescription Glasses – Even if an individual is a lens user, everyday glasses are still needed if and when the need arises. It is best to keep this pair handy at all times.

Blue Light Protection Glasses – These help in protecting eyes from the digital exposure. The prolonged hours of working on the computer or the tablet or the smart phone call for using this.

UV Protection Sunglasses – These have a special coating which helps in reducing glare when the light reflects off of water or snow or solid surfaces. Such glasses help in filtering out the harmful UV-A and UV-B rays.

For more information on glasses, come visit our store.

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Eye Problems to Arise from Diabetes

Some of the diabetes related problems of the eyes are:

1. Diabetic Retinopathy – The blood vessels of the eyes get affected. The vision gets affected due to this and without proper treatment, the condition becomes worse.

2. Macular Edema – Eye care professionals at the optical shop in Mauritius explain that when the macula swells, the vision gets blurry and there might be a partial to a complete loss of vision.

3. Glaucoma – The pressure in the eyes increase and if left untreated then might lead to loss of eyesight forever.

So, never miss out on your scheduled eye examination for detecting the slightest cause for concern.

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Eye Care Tips to Follow in Winter

For people who have a sensitive overall health, winters become a challenge in many ways. With dryness across the body, the eyes feel the impact too.

Eye doctors who are in touch with the best optical store in Mauritius give some tips which can be helpful in this situation:

Being Hydrated

Intake of healthy fluids like water, green tea, lemon juice etc. is important for the body to prevent dehydration.

Warm Compress on Eyes

The lost moisture can be resumed by pressing a warm washcloth over the eyes during winter months. Itchiness, irritation and swollen eyes are taken care significantly through this.

For more such tips, you can get in touch with the experts at the optical store near you.

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Comparing Reading Glasses and Prescription Glasses

Reading glasses do not need a prescription to be used and are readily available off the shelf. The corrective power is same in both the eyes and it is very minor. The user picks these up on personal choice and convenience.

On the other hand, prescription glasses need to be prescribed for the required power by an eye doctor or an optometrist, as explained by experts at the sunglasses shop in Mauritius. A simple eye examination needs to be conducted to determine the necessary power. It differs from one person to the next and is also dissimilar in both the eyes.

However, nothing beats the importance of regular eye checks. Not only glasses but any other relevant eye condition can be judged on time.

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Optometry FAQ

Optometrists have to come across a wide array of queries related to eye health. That is a major part of their profession. Some of the common FAQs are:

Is prolonged digital exposure damaging in the long run?

The simple answer is ‘no’. Using the blue light blocking glasses in Mauritius helps in shielding the eyes from the blue lights to a great extent. Implementing the 20-20-20 rule is also very effective. There is a chance of some discomfort like slight pain, redness, watery eyes but there is no long term harmful impact.

What are the strings or lines I see at times?

Those are called ‘floaters’ and increase with age. There are some phenomena which occur in the interior of the eyes causing shadows which are seen as floaters by us.

There are various other similar queries which might arise. For an answer to those, connect with us today.

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How does the Eye Health of Men Fare?

Men and women are not only different in terms of their physique but there are some differences in the ways their eyes function too.

The optician in Mauritius states that men fare better in spotting details compared to women. Women are better to spot colours in a manner which is better than men. Colour blindedness is more common in men than women. We might not identify the problem that easily but often men identify colours in a way poorer than women due to this factor.

What remains same for both men and women is that both the genders, rather all the genders, need to care for the eyes very carefully. Eating healthy food, exercising, cutting down on smoking, following the 20-20-20 rule while on digital screens etc are applicable to all for a good eye health.

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A Brief on Secondary Cataracts

This condition arises after the surgery for primary cataract. Almost 20% patients of the primary surgery get this. It does not refer to another cataract on the new lens. Further treatment is needed in case the secondary situation comes up.

The common symptoms as observed by the experts of the sunglasses store in Mauritius are:

> Getting a clouded vision again

> Colour vision going down

> Glares becoming intense

> Not being able to see far off objects

During the placement of the new artificial lens, some epithelial cells remain left behind at times in the lens capsule at the back of the eye. When these cells clump together, a secondary cataract is formed.  

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Smoking and Eyes

Along with the heart and lungs, smoking can affect your eyes too. Some of the ways are:

Blood Vessels in Eyes get Damaged – There can be clots which form in the arteries and blood vessels due to the effects of smoking.

Damage to the Optic Nerve - The risk of optic nerve getting damaged due to smoking is quite high. It leads to glaucoma even though you might use protective elements like blue light lenses in Mauritius.

Interference with Protective Nutrients – The eyes do not get adequate nutrients if a person smokes. One of the effects of the nicotine in cigarettes is the reduction of the body’s ability to absorb minerals and vitamins.

Might Cause Dry Eyes – Individuals who smoke have twice the possibility to get dry eyes when compared to non – smokers.

Quitting smoking is the best solution to all the above problems.

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Maintenance of Good Vision while Driving at an Advanced Age

With increasing age, the eyes go through various changes. Presbyopia is one such condition. The problems which are faced due to this at night are:

> Inability to judge the speed and distance

> Unclear road signs

> Sunlight or headlights being too striking

> Losing side vision

Tips to Handle this Situation from the Optical Shop in Mauritius

Regular Eye Exams – Early onset of many conditions can be detected within time and can be treated accordingly.

Go to Known Locations – It’s always better to know the way to the destination. That way there would be no fumbling while on the road.

Speed Check – Maintaining a slow pace is always advisable for senior drivers.

Be Extra Mindful at Intersections – Car accidents mostly happen at these locations. Scanning the road with utmost focus is crucial at these junctures.

For any assistance with old age vision issues, do not hesitate to call us up.

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Face Shapes to Ponder upon while Selecting Frames for Glasses

Eye glasses become essential accessories for those with weaker vision capabilities. There are certain factors about face shapes which should be kept in mind, some of which are:

Round Faces – Rectangular or square frames suit this better. The opticians at the eyewear store in Mauritius can vouch for this.

Oval Faces – Geometric frames which are broader than the widest part of the face suits this particular shape.

Square Faces – Oval or round frames are the way to go for this category.

Diamond Shaped Faces – Cat eye or oval frames suit this shape.

Heart Shaped Faces – Frames which ease down the wide forehead and narrow chin are the ideal ones.

A proper pair of glasses can do wonders, not only from the vision perspective but from the entire personality of the wearer.

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How does Stress Impact Overall Health and Especially the Eyes?

Stress, hypertension cannot be avoided completely but it affects the health in a major way. Issues at job, home, finances etc are causes enough to lead to stress. The optometrist at the best optical shop in Port Louis explains further that the adrenal system of the body gets overworked under stress. That further causes fatigue and lower circulation of blood in the body which causes a deficiency of essential nutrients even to the brain.

As the eyes are connected to the brain, so these get impacted as well. Conditions like diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration are enhanced because of the increased stress. Thus, we should try to be as cool as possible, for the betterment of the entire body.

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Face Shields’ Utility during COVID - 19

The pandemic brought along many protocols which needed to be followed while outside. With the possibility of a second wave upon us, those protocols might again be initiated on various levels.

One such thing, as per the ace optometrist in Port Louis, was the face shields. However, common people need not use it as much as the ones who work in the service sectors. If these people do not have any glass or plexi glass screens in front of them, while interacting with their patrons then there remain chances of a contamination. No droplets from the customers should reach the inlets of the service providers.

However senior citizens can use these while being outdoors as any level of protection works better for them. Also, wearing face masks and using hand sanitizers is a must for any age groups, more so for the senior citizens.    

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Caring for Eyes of Musicians

A DJ, music producer or a sound engineer spend several hours in the studio. The time is mostly spent in front of the computer or the laptop screens. Rules which these people must follow to keep their eyes healthy are:

The 20/20/20 Rule

A break for at least 20 seconds must be taken after every 20 minutes of digital screen work, as per the optometrist in Port Louis. Focus should be instead given on an object which would be placed at least 20 feet away.

Blink Mandatorily

While working on digital screens, blinking is often missed out. So, blinking must be turned into a habit to avoid dry eyes.

Suitable Lighting of the Room

To reduce eye strain, it is important that the lighting of the room is adequate. The digital screen’s light should not be the only one keeping the room lit.

Taking good care of the eyes is essential.

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LASIK Night Glare

The LASIK technology had been developed by NASA in the late 80’s. The recipients still find visual aberrations after undergoing the process. 

Using the Seiko super resistant blue glasses in Mauritius makes the condition better. Reasons for which the night glare is faced by LASIK patients are:

Remaining Refractive Error

The blur caused at night might be due to the requirement of prescription glasses. Yearly eye examinations come in very handy.

Large Pupils

The full cornea is not covered by the laser refractive surgery. This zone of optical importance causes halos and starbursts.

Cornea Flap

There is a flap which is caused on the surface of the cornea. If this flap does not align then the light is bent through the cornea in an irregular manner.  

Consulting eye doctors is highly beneficial to treat this condition.

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Changes which Eyes have with Age

The natural process of aging causes the most chronic eye problems. As the body ages the organs lose their capacity to perform at the previous capacity. Regular visits to the experts at the eyewear store in Mauritius is helpful to detect the possible problems due to aging. Some of the signs of this are:

More light needed to see – With increasing age, our eyes lose their capacity and need more of it to see. Reading lamps become very useful then.

Inability to see smaller objects – With age, reading glasses or bifocals become necessary due to the possible onset of a condition called presbyopia.

Changed perceptions of colours – With age the lens of the eyes become slightly discoloured. That is the reason why the colours become harder to see.

Consulting with a reputed professional regularly is very crucial.

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The Choice between Blue Light Glasses and Available Software

The harmful impacts of blue lights are being discussed in a much broader manner than ever before. There blue light blocking glasses in Mauritius and various software available online as well to protect the eyes from the harmful rays.

The blue light glasses not only help in protecting the eyes from rays but also in combating sleep disorders. There are many online options available as well. Almost all tablets and smart phones have the ‘night mode’ option. Many such options can be downloaded from the app store or the play store.

Depending on the purpose of the user, they can take their pick. For longer usage, it is better if the blue light glasses are used.