Don’t Shoot Your Eye Out!

This is a memorable movie phrase most of us have heard in reference to the infamous Red Rider BB gun. But, this is an injury the doctors at Rainier Eye rarely see. Most commonly, patients call or stop in due to small particles stuck in the eye. Pieces of metal, sawdust, and debris can cause surprising amounts of pain. While our clinic policy is to fit you in as soon as possible, we’d rather spare you the pain! Which brings us to a new offering in our optical...

We now have an array of safety eyewear which can be made with prescription, even with bifocals or progressives. Most styles feature sideshields and some even have a foam liner which blocks dust and very fine debris from drifting onto your eyelids and into your tears. Pentax and Wiley X offer styles for men and women, ranging from subtle to sporty. The lenses can have the ANSI standard drop-ball test to prove their shatterproof quality.  We will work with your employer if they have a voucher or health savings program. 

If you work (or play) in a situation where you need safety eyewear, come stop by and see us!