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Protecting Your Eyes

Did you know…

  • Nearly half of traumatic eye injuries relate to ball sports
  • 45% of these occur in children under the age of 14
  • 90% of these are preventable

Polycarbonate is a lens material that is widely used for shatter-and-impact resistant lenses, and when combined with sturdy frame materials, makes for formidable eye protection.

There are hazards of sunlight and bright light that are harder to understand; namely, ultraviolet rays (UV) and Glare (extreme brightness). Protecting your eyes from these distracting, even dangerous elements is equally important to eye protection.

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  • Merle Hay Office
    3800 Merle Hay Rd
    # 407
    Des Moines IA 50310
    Phone: (515) 278-1653
    Emergency Contact: If you need urgent care after hours, we advise you to go to the nearest emergency room.
  • Valley West Office
    1551 Valley West Dr
    # 242
    West Des Moines IA 50266
    Phone: (515) 224-9681
    Emergency Contact: If you need urgent care after hours, we advise you to go to the nearest emergency room.
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