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Fashion Eyewear, Sunglasses

Versace Vanitas

A tribute to tradition and an unmistakable symbol of the Versace story, the Vanitas bow is the “element” that characterizes the collection: the arrival point for stylistic search, a synthesis of elegant design and sinuous graphics. An exquisite contemporary revamp of the relationship between shape and decorated surfaces. The bow pays tribute to the creativity, audacious genius and geometrical perfection of the ornamental motif created by Gianni Versace.

Versace eye wear is available at Fine Eyewear & Eye care, located the three corners of Cedar Park, Austin and Round Rock, TX and a short drive from Georgetown, TX. Our address is 2800 E. Whitestone Blvd Suite 210 Cedar Park, TX 78613. See main website for contact information. www.FineEyewear.Net

Eye glasses lens technology

Thin & Lite lenses

We offer Thin & Lite lenses from Varilux.  Thin & Lite lenses are exactly what they say they are, thinner and lighter.  Thin & Lite are a more cosmetically appealing eyeglass lenses, and are the right lens for a high-fashion frame. Thin&Lite Lenses are made from high-index durable plastic resulting in a thinner, flatter more comfortable lens.

With a higher refractive index Thin&Lite lenses produce the same vision correction as a regular plastic lens but in a thinner and flatter lens—for improved appearance and better vision.

Lens thickness comparison with a +2 correction

For a variety of consumers, including those with higher prescriptions and for popular rimless frame styles, Thin&Lite lenses offer improved performance and cosmetics thanks to the latest lens technology.

Thin&Lite lenses are available in Varilux progressive designs. A high quality anti-glare treatment, like Crizal Alizé, is recommended for Thin&Lite to make the most of your lens performance.

To find out more information about Thin&Lite please visit www.ThinandLite.com

Varilux thin & lite lenses is available at Fine Eyewear & Eye care, located the three corners of Cedar Park, Austin and Round Rock, TX and a short drive from Georgetown, TX. Our address is 2800 E. Whitestone Blvd Suite 210 Cedar Park, TX 78613. See main website for contact information. www.FineEyewear.Net

Macular Degeneration

Scientist explore how brain adjusts to macular degeneration.

HealthDay (3/3, McKeever) reported that, according to a study published in the March 4 issue of the Journal of Neuroscience, “when macular degeneration causes one to start losing…sight, the affected neurons simply start seeking visual input from other, non-affected parts of the eye.” Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology “found when the cells in the fovea, the part of the retina responsible for the central field of vision, were damaged by macular degeneration (MD) — the neuron attached to them” began “responding to stimuli in an undamaged section — a type of internal reorganization of the eye’s visual map as opposed to the cortex’s work being shifting to other neurons.” HealthDay also noted that MD patients “often compensate for lack of central vision by rolling their eyes upward so they can utilize the preferred retinal locus,” which is “an undamaged area under and adjacent to the affected part of the retina.”

Eye Health

Note to frequent flyers

I you fly frequently consider just how critical humidity is relative to your ocular comfort. The humidity in a pressured airplane cabin is likely as low as 10% and studies have shown that this level of humidity sustained for as little as 1 to 3 hours can be associated with significant mucosal irritation (eyes, skin, and upper airways). The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requires liquid solution bottles that are “carried on” to be less than 3 ounces (~88.7 mL). It is important we remember this in the care of our “frequent flyer” patients – whether it be ocular lubricants, therapeutics, or contact lens care solutions.

Fashion Eyewear

When It Comes to Eyewear, You Get What You Pay For

Remember, eye wear is not a turnkey product. Lenses are custom ordered for each patient. We choose the best frame for the customer’s face and their correction. We have to insert their lenses, adjust their frame and keep their eyewear fitting well. We must be qualified to present a perfect pair of eyewear to the wearer. There is a lot of value added service that goes into a pair of glasses – more than meets the “eye”.

We simply carry the best eye wear that our patients want. There is not such thing as cheap quality. Only the cheap is cheap.

Your eye wear is the first thing people notice about you – not your shoes or purse!

Anti-Reflective Treatment

Essilor Debuts Next Level of Crizal With Scotchgard

DALLAS—This month, Essilor of America is introducing new and improved Crizal Avancé lenses with Scotchgard Protector, the most advanced Crizal lenses to date. The new Crizal Avancé lenses with Scotchgard Protector offer all the features and benefits of the prior generation, plus an improved scratch resistant layer.

Essilor scientists have worked for over a decade to develop a proprietary technology known as “The Scratch Resistant Booster,” which has been integrated into new Crizal Avancé with Scotchgard Protector. As a result, the lenses are virtually scratch free and are well below the minimum acceptable threshold, even when compared against Essilor’s own benchmark.

Crizal with scotchgard is available at Fine Eyewear & Eye care, located the three corners of Cedar Park, Austin and Round Rock, TX and a short drive from Georgetown, TX. Our address is 2800 E. Whitestone Blvd Suite 210 Cedar Park, TX 78613. See main website for contact information. www.FineEyewear.Net

Children

Signs of Possible Eye Problems in Children

If one or more of these signs appear, take your child to an eye doctor right away.

What do your child’s eyes look like?

* eyes don’t line up, one eye appears crossed or looks out!
* eyelids are red-rimmed, crusted or swollen
* eyes are watery or red (inflamed)

How does your child act?

* rubs eyes a lot
* closes or covers one eye
* tilts head or thrusts head forward
* has trouble reading or doing other close-up work, or holds objects close to eyes to see
* blinks more than usual or seems cranky when doing close-up work
* things are blurry or hard to see
* squints eyes or frowns

What does your child say?

* “My eyes are itchy,” “my eyes are burning” or “my eyes feel scratchy.””I can’t see very well.”
* After doing close-up work, your child says “I feel dizzy,” “I have a headache” or “I feel sick/nauseous.”
* “Everything looks blurry,” or “I see double.”

Remember, your child may still have an eye problem even if he or she does not complain or has not shown any unusual signs.