It is very important to use glasses to protect yourself from the harmful effects of sun rays. Glasses are not just accessories, they should also block harmful rays and reduce the risk of eye diseases such as cataracts. Sunglasses sold for 100 TL per step can cause blindness. Sun rays can damage the cornea, lens and retina, causing problems such as eye fatigue, redness, itching and sunburn. In the long term, it can lead to eye diseases such as cataracts, macular degeneration and eyelid cancer. why can it happen.
PAY ATTENTION TO QUALITY TERMS
Ophthalmologist Prof. Dr. İbrahim Arif Koytak said that when buying sunglasses, it is necessary to check whether there are quality control labels on them. Koytak pointed out that there should be a “CE” label on the glasses or on their packaging, indicating that they have been tested and approved according to international standards. Some wavelengths of ultraviolet light from the sun are filtered by the atmosphere and ozone layer. Koytak said, “Even the lowest wavelength UVA rays have the potential to cause irreparable damage to the skin and eyes when exposed for a long time.”
100 PERCENT PROTECTION
Koytak listed the things to consider in order to use healthy and high-quality sunglasses as follows:
“Sunglasses should be 100 percent protective against all UV rays, that is, all wavelengths below 400 nanometers. For this, the product should have the words ‘UV400’, ‘100 percent protective against UV400’, ‘‘100 percent protection against UVA and UVB’ “Statements such as these should be clearly written. The UV filtering properties of sunglass lenses can be tested with measuring devices found in almost all opticians.” Stating that it would not be right to say that every pair of glasses with a good brand or a high price is good at protecting the eyes, Koytak explained that the main purpose of sunglasses is to protect the eyes from rays of a certain wavelength rather than the brightness of the light.
PERCEPTION OF MIRROR GLASSES
Ophthalmology Specialist Assoc. Prof. Dr. Remzi Karadağ stated that fake glasses cause blindness and that glasses should be worn in all seasons. Karadağ, “Sunglasses with darker or mirrored lenses do not necessarily provide more protection. “Shade and color have no effect on the UV protection provided. If you have a chronic eye condition such as macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy, you may want to consider amber or brown lenses, which can help you see better. For maximum protection, oversized or wraparound sunglasses may be helpful.”
GLASSES FROM 3 YEARS OF AGE ON
Optician Fahrettin Keleş, drawing attention to the fact that children should use sunglasses starting from the age of 3, said, “When buying sunglasses for children, they should be purchased from expert licensed optical or eyeglass stores. The eyeglass frame should be compatible with the skin, should not contain harmful chemicals, and should be guaranteed and of high quality. “In addition, glasses that are suitable for the child’s face, eye, head and ear structure should be preferred and the selection should be made with the guidance of professional opticians. A detailed examination of the glasses is important not only in terms of appearance or color, but also in terms of function and health,” he said.
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