Health authorities are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of UV protection in our aging population. Decreasing your exposure from a younger age helps to protect you from Age Related Macular Degeneration and Cataract. A pair of sunglasses is integral in the protection of your eyes from ultraviolet light whenever you are outdoors.

We carry the very best in designer sunglasses that not only offer you exceptional style but also help to protect your eyes from harmful ultraviolet (UV light).

The Eye Practice's entire sunglasses range meets the \\\\\\\'Australian Sunglasses Standard for UV protection\\\\\\\'.

Many of our designer sunglasses can be fitted with your prescription lenses that are UV and polarised to ensure that you enjoy clear, comfortable vision whilst staying fashionable and protecting your eyes.

Our expert frame stylists are here to help you choose sunglasses that suit your individual personality and lifestyle.

For people who wish to enjoy the convenience of wearing the same pair of glasses for both indoor and outdoor activities, Meyer Optica- Balmain Optometrist offers transition lenses that darken to reduce glare and blocks out 100%UV when outdoors in the sunlight.

Sunglasses reduce brightness by tinting the lens darker, protecting your eyes from harmful UV rays that help prevent the delicate skin around your eyes from wrinkling prematurely.

Polarized lenses however not only have the advantages of a tint but also eliminate glare, which in turn reduces eyestrain and squinting and improves vision.

Polarized lenses
Polarised lenses dramatically remove the glare and improve the visual quality of the vision with less eyestrain and providing better comfort. Polarised lenses also provide more detail and allow seeing deeper colours and better contrast. They eliminate all reflected glare from reflected surfaces such as the ground, glass, water and snow. Polarized lenses are ideal for fishing, driving, skiing and golf.

Polarized lenses will protect your eyes from the harmful UV rays, glare and intense light by allowing light rays to be filtered, therefore consequently improving the vision in strong bright light conditions.

Polarized lenses:
• Reduce reflected glare
• Provide 100% UV protection
• Improves vision in driving and water sport
• Improves comfort from squinting

Whether you're spending time on the beach or being active outdoors Meyer Optica – Balmain Optometrist have prescription and non-prescription sunglasses that offer the fashion style and protection you need. Call 02 9810 4605 to make an appointment or come into see our exciting and extensive range.