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The month of May is the start of spring with blooming flowers and sunny days, and many of us will start heading out for some fun in the sun in the great outdoors. Springtime is also the start of allergy season and many other potential vision hazards that may keep you from enjoying the weather. Did you know that May is also Healthy Vision Month?

My oldest boy, age 12, played in his first tackle football game a few weeks back. He played sparingly as a receiver – inserted here and there with the ball never being thrown in his direction. His team lost. Not surprisingly, he wasn’t overly excited about playing through the remainder of the season like he had been prior to the first game. His vision of how things were supposed to go didn’t quite equate to how things actually went. Keep in mind, my boy is probably the smallest (lightest and almost the shortest) boy on his team at 79 ½ lbs, but dreams of playing for the BYU football team in college.

As people have their eye examinations and find their prescription has changed, their next step is to purchase eye glasses to help them see their best. How do they know they are getting the best quality lenses available? What lens treatments are needed to help provide the clearest vision? How long will their lenses last before they scratch? What about getting rid of that annoying glare? Are all anti-glare coatings the same? What lenses will protect their eyes from sun damage the best? Does the type of lens material affect how light-weight the glasses feel? When you sit down to purchase glasses, understanding all your options may feel daunting and overwhelming. I hope to give you some added understanding about what goes into producing a high quality, visually clear lens that will meet your needs.