Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is always present, all day, every day, in winter as
well as summer. The importance of providing protection from the harmful effects of UV radiation has been long-recognised within optometric practice, whether it be in contact, intraocular or spectacle lenses.
It is estimated that nearly 70% of the UK population wear prescription spectacle lenses to help them see; representing a significant opportunity to meet the everyday UV protection challenges for the eyes and surrounding skin.
To provide protection from UV radiation all year round, Zeiss has introduced full UV protection up to 400nm in all clear plastic lenses, with the launch of UVProtect Technology.
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