Police

Are NIGHT LENSES a game changer for law enforcement personnel using contact lenses and eyeglasses?

EYEGLASSES vs CONTACT LENSES vs LASER EYE SURGERY

For numerous police officers with myopia working in active roles, the decision between eyeglasses and contact lenses becomes crystal clear. In intense, wet, humid, or confined scenarios, glasses can be easily knocked off, shattered, or impaired by steam, water, grease, or any other substance that seems to find its way onto the lens at the most inopportune moments. And don’t even get started on the frustration of PPE-induced fogging on your spectacles.

It’s apparent why contact lenses become the go-to option, or even the sole option for many, as concerns about the potential complications of laser eye surgery or the financial commitment involved can make LASIK a less feasible choice.

IN WORK: As most officers who wear contact lenses are aware, daily lenses present their own set of challenges – they might dislodge during a volatile situation or be affected by PAVA spray (placing you in danger). They tend to dry out and cause discomfort after long shifts (impairing your focus and alertness). They can become easily irritated by dust in lofts during searches, sawdust, grit, sand, and airborne irritants (impairing your ability to perform your duties), and you need specialized equipment to be able to wear them in a CBRN suit.

OUT OF WORK: They can fall out during intense exercise or sports, necessitating prescription goggles for swimming. They are prone to infection in hot tubs, and they restrict spontaneous beach and pool activities on vacation. You’re constantly forced to consider what you can or cannot do throughout the day.

But is there really no alternative?

Think again!

NIGHT LENSES: A CONTEMPORARY ALTERNATIVE TO EYEGLASSES, DAY LENSES & LASER SURGERY

NIGHT LENSES are specialized contact lenses, uniquely designed to correct nearsightedness while you’re asleep. Just wake up, take them out, and enjoy flawless vision throughout the day. No need for eyeglasses or daytime contact lenses, and no requirement for future laser eye surgery. The future of eye care is experiencing natural vision without any eye accessories or surgical procedures. The future is already here.

The scientific concept underlying this innovation is known as Orthokeratology. These lenses are medically termed ‘Ortho-K’ lenses and have been available for around 20 years. Each night, while you sleep, the outer layer of cells on your cornea naturally sloughs off, similar to how your skin sheds. The fresh outer layer conforms to the lens, reshaping your cornea by morning. This enables light to naturally and accurately focus, resulting in perfect vision. This is a safe and non-permanent procedure – simply repeat it each night. [CLICK HERE to view a 1-minute demonstration of how they function].

No lenses to become dislodged during altercations, no concerns about PAVA spray, dust, grit, and the like. Open your eyes underwater or in the shower. Bid farewell to dry or itchy eyes from extended shifts. Engage in a rigorous, sweaty HIIT class or workout, followed by a sauna session, jacuzzi relaxation, and shower – all without a second thought. Tackle the rugby field without worries of mud on your face, swim freely, roll around on the beach with your children, and impulsively dive into the sea.

Be normal.

NIGHT LENSES & LAW ENFORCEMENT: A SUPERIOR & SAFER ALTERNATIVE TO DAY LENSES?

Below, you’ll find three interviews we conducted with police officers who utilize night lenses, aimed at providing their fellow officers who wear day lenses and eyeglasses with insights into what it’s all about:

‘John’ served with TSG in Belfast. CLICK HERE for “John’s” story: glasses > contacts > night lenses
‘Jasmine’ holds a specialized role within The Met. CLICK HERE for “Jasmine’s” story: glasses > contacts > laser (lasted 15 years) > night lenses
“Sarge” – serves as a Sergeant in Birmingham’s City Centre police team. CLICK HERE for Sarge’s story: contacts > night lenses

John and Jasmine are maintaining anonymity due to their positions, and Sarge also preferred to remain anonymous. All three unanimously concur that, from their perspective, night lenses are a superior and safer choice for short-sighted police officers (under -6D) in comparison to day contact lenses and eyeglasses.

FAQ – QUICK FIRE

• Cost: equivalent to day lenses
• Environmental: Merely 2 lenses to landfill per year (hooray!) versus 720+ day lenses (bother!)
• Health & safety: No concerns as nothing is in your eyes, and the effect can last up to 48 hours without a top-up
• Cost to the force (supplement): On par with day lenses, but no additional spending on CBRN integration for contact lens users
• New and unproven? These lenses have been available for 20 years. In 2003, they became the first UK CE-approved device. Widely embraced in the Netherlands and other nations. Recently gaining traction in the UK.
• Can children use them? Yes, they can. These lenses can manage myopia and diminish future risks of eye diseases. WATCH: Rhys age 8 see for the first time without eyeglasses
• Is my optician authorized for them? Many opticians offer these – inquire about night lenses with your optician or find a practitioner below

Head round this site for further info, stories and to find your nearest fitter, or quick links to the main stuff below

How do night lenses work – a simple, quick animation demo
Other night lens stories – world champion athlete, watersports, mums, dads and kids
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