Protect Your Eye Health with Sunglasses in the Summer Months
In the summer months, when the sun's effect begins to increase, ultraviolet rays become stronger and reach levels that can threaten our eyes. Harmful UV rays can cause damage to the eyes that progresses slowly and can have serious consequences. Kiss. Dr. Ebru Toprak Ün shares information about the importance of using sunglasses, especially in the summer, the ailments that can be prevented and the things to consider when choosing sunglasses.
Children, the elderly and those with light-colored eyes should be careful
Op states that people exposed to UV rays during the summer months may develop conditions such as cataracts, macular degeneration and thickening of the white part of the eye. Dr. Ebru Toprak Ün said, “Children, the elderly and people with light eye color may need to take extra precautions regarding UV rays, which everyone should be careful about in the summer months. In order to prevent the negative effects that sunlight can have on the eyes, it is especially important to use sunglasses. By using sunglasses, diseases such as cataracts, retinal damage and macular degeneration that may occur due to sunlight can be prevented. "At the same time, it is possible to prevent wrinkles that may occur due to squinting under the sun, by using sunglasses." he says.
Protection against UVA and UVB rays is most important
Op stated that the choice of sunglasses is also very important. Dr. Ebru Toprak Ün, “You cannot see or feel the UV rays emitted by the sun. Even if they provide vitamin D supplements in small doses, it is very likely that skin burns, skin cancer and eye problems will occur due to these rays coming at a steeper angle in summer. When choosing sunglasses, it is necessary to read the features of the product sold before the price and brand. The fact that these glasses provide 100% protection against both UVA and UVB rays is the only indispensable feature to ensure that our eyes are protected. Glasses that do not have this feature will protect your eyes from this ray. will result in exposure to At the same time, you need to make sure that the glasses fit your face properly. Glasses that do not fit the face properly may cause UV rays to leak through and cause negative effects on the eyes. Another reason why UVA and UVB protection is important is that when dark-colored glasses are worn, the pupils of the eyes reflexively expand to be able to see the light more easily. If glasses with dark lenses do not provide full protection against UV rays, dilated pupils will be more exposed to these rays and the chance of negative effects will increase. For this reason, the most important features to look for in sunglasses are that they completely block UVA and UVB rays and that they fit the face.” He says.
Things drivers should pay attention to when choosing sunglasses strong>
Op stated that the choice of sunglasses is important, especially for drivers who will go to traffic. Dr. Ebru Toprak Ün: “For sunglasses to be used in traffic, the frame structure and the fact that the frame does not restrict the field of view are of great importance. Sunglasses that restrict the field of vision can greatly increase the likelihood of an accident. At the same time, the darkness of the lens determines how much visible light reaches the eyes. Research shows that pink, blue and green lenses prevent traffic lights from being read correctly and should not be used in traffic. The safest colors that can be used in vehicles are gray and brown, which are unlikely to mix with other colors. In addition, it will be beneficial for drivers to choose polarized glasses as they prevent glare. By looking for these features when choosing sunglasses and making the choice accordingly, the risk of accidents can be reduced and unwanted discomfort in the eyes can be prevented.” he says.
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