Night vision this winter

Night Vision

The changing of the seasons is upon us, as we trade long summer nights for the shorter, darker days of winter. These conditions can cause difficulties for our vision, especially noticeable for those who drive. Anthony Clarke, owner of multi-award-winning Clarke & Roskrow Styling Opticians, tells us more

As the owner and principal optometrist of a boutique opticians, I know the extra strain the winter months can put on your eyesight, and there are simple steps you can take to look after your vision as the nights draw in.

Shorter days will mean many of us driving in the dark or around twilight. We’ve also got the added challenge of drizzle and rain. Add to this the glare from oncoming headlights, and it’s no surprise that more people report the greater challenge that driving poses to their vision at this time of year.

According to industry research, an estimated 2,900 road traffic accidents occur because of poor eyesight. Worryingly, 30% of drivers have doubted whether their vision is good enough to meet the minimum legal standard but continue to drive anyway. These are exacerbated by external factors that affect vision, such as rain, sleet, snow, fog, and dazzle from headlights.

Night driving is a concern for many drivers, with 40% of road accidents occurring at night. About 70% of spectacle wearers who drive say they’d be interested in an everyday lens solution, specially designed for driving.

The Drivesafe lens from Carl Zeiss Vision helps to meet those needs. We’ve been working with them for over seven years, and the Drivesafe lens is by far our most popular amongst clients who drive. Many wearers report more comfortable vision when driving at night as the lenses help to reduce perceived glare by as much as 60-70%, and they’re also help in twilight conditions or inclement weather such as rain or fog.

The Drivesafe Varifocal lens wearers report they’re fantastic at maintaining clear, comfortable “dynamic vision”, when alternating focus between the road ahead, the rear view and side mirrors. As a Drivesafe Varifocal wearer myself – and someone who commutes 30 miles to and from work – I honestly say they do exactly what it says on the tin!

Regardless of whether you currently wear glasses or not, if you’re a driver, it’s important to have your eyes checked regularly – not only to ensure your vision meets the minimum legal standard, but also so your optometrist can advise you on the most suitable lens choices for you if you do require glasses.

Clarke & Roskrow Styling Opticians has a special promotion for readers of Niche Magazine, offering a saving of as much as £246 on Drivesafe Varifocal lenses, or £186 for Drivesafe Single Vision lenses, up until November 30, 2022. All you need to do is call us on 01858 462996 and mention Niche Magazine at the time of booking.

IF YOU’RE A DRIVER, IT’S IMPORTANT TO HAVE YOUR EYES CHECKED REGULARLY

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