Make a statement with your choice of designer frames. From bold, modern and eclectic to classic, retro and funky, Dr. Fisher & Associates offers a wide variety of ophthalmic frames for you to choose from. We can help you find your best look! A quality pair of sunglasses is critical for your eye health. Our optical department provides the highest quality ophthalmic grade sun-wear for your protection, including tinted glasses that darken into sunglasses when exposed to light, polarized sunglasses and even mirror-finished sunglasses to take the edge off our beautiful St. Pete beaches’ gulf-ocean glare.
SPECIALTY GLASSES FOR RECREATION AND OCCUPATION
Many occupations and hobbies impose demanding visual requirements, especially for those who need bifocals or trifocals. Special occupational designs are available to solve these special needs. If you have visual demands that your glasses cannot meet, please let us know so we can also make recommendations for your eye wear to suit your specific situation and needs.
COMPUTER GLASSES
Due to our increased computer demands, numerous lens designs have been made available to enhance vision at computer and reading viewing distances. Computer screen filters, workstation ergonomic design and anti-reflection coatings can help make working on the computer easier and more comfortable. We can prescribe computer lenses to optimize your comfort and performance while on the computer and working at your desk.
SPORTS GLASSES
Special lens designs and materials are available for the unique needs of athletes -- both adults and children. These include wrap-around sunglasses to protect from wind and dust for bikers and runners, and light weight frames for basketball and football players. Specific colored and tinted lenses can enhance contrast for hunters and golfers. Also, swim goggles can be customized with your prescription for enhanced underwater protection. Sports glasses are made from more durable plastics for safety and comfort, while polycarbonate lenses are impact resistant for safety and better eye protection.
SUNGLASSES
Harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays damage our eyes and over time will cause macular degeneration and cataracts, common causes of blindness. Destructive UVA and UVB rays cause conditions like Photokeratitis (eye sunburn) and even cancer. Medical grade sun-wear is critically important in Florida to our St. Pete area beach residents and to everyone who values their eyesight. We will talk to you and help recommend the best and safest choice for sunglasses, that provide the most protection from ultraviolet rays. Certain lens types like Polarized lenses can help reduce discomfort in bright conditions that can exacerbate light sensitivity, and reflective glare. People who spend a lot of time outdoors -- drivers, fishermen, skiers, and boaters – can be particularly vulnerable to the sun’s damaging rays. Ask us about polarized and mirror-finished lens technologies that can help to increase visibility and comfort in your sun-wear.
OPHTHALMIC LENS CHOICES
Technology has expanded and increased the quality of both lens materials and designs over the last few years. This means that you have more choices than ever before to provide you with the best vision possible. Dr. Fisher & Associates offers top-quality lens materials and the latest advancements in lens designs. We recommend lightweight, durable materials with anti-reflective coatings and the highest quality ophthalmic lens technologies such as BluGuard, Vista, TranQuility and Shift Polychromatic lenses that go from clear to darkening in seconds in the sunlight. We are focused on protecting your eyes from the Florida sunshine.
BLUE LIGHT
Are you a heavy computer or cell phone user ? Don’t forget to ask us how blue light emissions may affect your eyes and even your sleep.
