Summer is a very tricky time for eyeglass wearers. Besides finding a functional pair of lenses to sport, you also have to consider a wide variety of factors that can affect the performance of your lenses, and how well they protect your eyes. You will have to find a pair of lenses that support your prescription needs as well as protect your eyes from the sun.

To help you make the right choice when it comes to lenses, Edwin Y. Endo, O.D. & Associates shares the benefits of these four types of lenses:

• Ultra Sun Lens - These eyeglasses are the ultimate choice in sun wear fashion, and possess excellent optics. With these eyeglasses, you will enjoy the benefits of seeing clearer with excellent performance that includes a mirrored front side for maximum glare reduction. They also come with a back side anti-reflective coating.
• Scratch Resistance - During the summer, your glasses are likely to be more susceptible to damage. Dr. Edwin Y. Endo offers stronger and more scratch-resistant lenses so you don't have to worry about damage on the job, at the beach, or anywhere else you may be. This quality should be a must-have with every lens prescription.
• Sports Glasses - Do you workout or participate in sports? If so, you'll want to try sports glasses. These types of glasses come with all sorts of special lens designs, and are available for the special needs of summer sports enthusiasts. They are typically made from a polycarbonate material, which is both light and impact-resistant. These polycarbonate lenses can also be placed lower with a special brown-green tint, which offers unmatched visual clarity and comfort. Sports glasses are great for children, as well as golfing, hunting, fishing, and more.
• Tinted Lenses - The summer time is great for sunshine, but also brutal when it comes to glare in your eyes. If you have a light colored iris, or simply want to see clearer when the sun is out, opt for tinted lenses. Because this type of prescription lenses can be tinted for indoor fashion or outdoor sun wear, they can also look like sunglasses if you want to get the cool, summer look. Choose the right tint and intensity when you select the pair that best suits you.

If you have trouble choosing which pair of eyeglasses are right for you, the team of primary eye care physicians at this optometry office in Hawaii can help you choose the right pair with professional eye care services to match. Stop by to view the selection of samples at the optometry office. For more information on summer eye care and optometry services, contact Oahu’s best eye doctors at Edwin Y. Endo, O.D. & Associates by calling (808) 487-5500 or visiting the practice’s website for more tips.