To recap, we’ve started a new promotion to give away free designer eyewear and other prizes to a lucky Twitter follower. All you have to do is follow us on Twitter and be the first to respond to our random posts announcing the giveaways. We’ll Tweet “Contest is on. The first follower to Tweet or DM ‘I want my free eyewear’ to @framesdirect is the winner of a new pair!” at any random time of day. We’ll announce the winner in The Eye Zone blog (your name and city) and ship the new eyewear off in a jiffy!

That’s it. You’ll never know when we’re going to announce the contest (at least once per month), so stay tuned! No purchase is required, but you do have to be a Twitter follower of @framesdirect to qualify.

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Follow us on TWITTER and you could be the first to win a pair of Smith Projekt Sunglasses in our next giveaway!

Smith Optics was founded in 1965 by Dr. Bob Smith. Since their early creations of the first sealed thermal lens and breathable vent foam goggle they have set the standard for high performance eyewear. Some of their innovations include patented Roll off film system for motocross and the most innovative interchangeable lens sunglasses, the Slider series.

Who better to help in eyewear designs than the athletes that depend on the gear to perform? Once designed by the creative teams the athletes are actively involved in the development and performance testing of the products. With Smith you know you are getting some of the best performance eyewear on the market.

The unique presence of the Projekt frame begins with broad temples and medium face fit that is perfect for daily routine. The stylish wood grain finish of this frame feature exceptional details and style. Made of Grilamid TR90, a resilient tough and flexible plastic that is exceedingly light, durable and maintains its shape under all temperatures conditions. This flexibility makes the perfect frame for mountain biking the trails of Arizona or ice climbing the fall of the Canadian Rockies. The Carbonic TLT Lenses are engineered to be the most impact resistant lens material in the world. Carbonic TLT lenses are optically correct to maximize visual clarity and object definition. Ideal for sport and casual use.

This pair of Smith wood grain Projeckt comes with polarized brown lenses. Brown lenses absorb stray “blue light” and sharpens visual acuity while reducing reflected glare. The Projeckt includes Anti-Reflective coating on Techlite Glass Lenses and Oleophobic coating to repel moisture, grease, and grime. It acts as a barrier between your lenses and the world. Water beads up and disperse without streaking. And as all great eyewear should provide 100% UV-A/B/C rays.

Whether it is sport or casual you desire the Smith Projeckt will not only fit into you lifestyle but add optical value and style to all your outdoor activities.

Smith Projekt Feature:

• Unique Wood Grain Finish
• Grilamid TR90 Frame
• Carbonic TLT Lenses
• Polarized Lenses
• Olephobic Coating
• Anti-Reflective Coating
• 100% UV-A/B/C Rays
• Microfiber Bag and Smith Logo Sticker
• Value at $119.00

We will ship to any winner within the USA for free, but you will be responsible for the cost of shipping if you choose to upgrade to a faster method of shipping. Winners outside the USA will pay only shipping and tax.

If you’re not familiar with Twitter, it’s a form of micro-blogging that allows you to send out a 140 character blurb to all of your followers. It’s free and extremely easy to use, so be sure to sign up and follow us, not only for the chance to win sunglasses, but also to be the among the first to know about all of our news about eyeglasses, sunglasses, contact lenses, goggles and eyewear in general.

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In this video, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Terry Dubrow discusses how he uses Scheyden Precision Eyewear Flip Up style in his medical practice. He appears to be wearing Classic Flip Up Avalon with clear lenses.

Video: Scheyden Precision Eyewear and Dr. Dubrow.

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The experts at Wiley X® Eyewear have created the ultimate “next generation” of safety glasses to provide those who work in industrial occupations with the same battlefield-proven protection and reliability that have been protecting our troops for years. Wiley X introduces its line of rugged, high performance eyewear based on the company’s same tactical eyewear styles that are widely used by law enforcement and military personnel around the globe. These styles are meant for workers in demanding jobs who are looking for eye protection from a brand known not only for protection, but also for stylish good looks.

Wiley X’s SG-1 line features the company’s new Top Down™ Ventilation system in the lightweight, built in ultra-foam gasket that keeps out dirt and debris, with a low profile, sleek goggle style. The PT-1 is a tough-as-nails ultra low profile, ballistic-style wrap spectacle, providing ample eye and facial coverage to protect and reduce backlit glare. It even has a special nose piece that seamlessly adjusts for a perfect, no-slip grip.

The new Romer II Advanced model is a fashionable yet durable frame, in a style preferred by Navy Seals and Special Duty law enforcement members, due to its super light, ergonomic design. The XL-1 Advanced is another high performance sunglass style, which features the company’s unique removable foam insert, along with double injected temple tips for even more stability to keep them right where they belong from the beginning of the shift through working overtime.

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Job Description:
Assisting with email list and subscriptions
Assist the Marketing Manager with everyday duties
Assist the Brand Manager with everyday duties
Heavy amount of content data entry for well known eyewear brands
Provide other administrative support to Marketing Team

Requirements:
Computer proficiency mandatory- must know Microsoft Suite including Excel, Word and Power Point
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through
Positive, high-energy, “team player” attitude
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work independently and in a task-oriented fashion
Some Adobe Photoshop experience is a plus!

This is an entry-level and temporary position that could lead to full time.
Ideal candidates should be available approximately 20-40 hours per week.

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The right steps in the beginning can make all the difference There are few things more gratifying than knowing you’ve made a difference that will last a lifetime. One is the joy of dispensing pediatric contact lenses. Even the best contact lens fit, however, will only be as successful as the dispensing.

TIPS ON APPLICATION
• The caregiver should remain calm and work efficiently before the child (or caregiver) becomes upset. The contact lens fitter may find himself working in a dual role as instructor and counselor. The caregiver’s fears need to be addressed and handled or the child will pick up on the anxiety, causing more stress during the application. It is helpful to give the caregiver specific focusing techniques, such as breathing exercises or counting to three before the lens goes on.

• The caregiver should find a comfortable position and immobilize the child if necessary. In most cases, immobilization techniques are not needed after a couple of weeks.

• The eye does not have to be completely open to get a gas permeable (GP) or high plus soft lens on. If the lens can be placed under a gap in the upper lid, the lens can be pushed up and on, while remaining parallel to the eye. Once the lens is on halfway, the lower lid can be pulled out from under the lens.

• Reassure the caregiver that a misplaced lens will not cause injury to the eye or pain to the child. It will eventually move down on its own. The worst thing a caregiver could do is to go “fishing” for the lens. Lens fishing will cause swelling and increase the anxiety of the child. Gently squirting sterile saline under the upper eye lids will increase comfort and generally cause the lens to float down.

• Praise the child and let him know that he did a good job with the application, removal and wear.

• Lids should be handled at the lid margins (think eyelashes). If force is put on the lids elsewhere, the eyelids may flip. The lid margins give the most stable surface for lens manipulations and for pushing under the lens for removal.

DAILY ROUTINE
Practices will vary in theory on whether the lenses should be removed daily, but there are several reasons the lens should go on and off on a daily basis.

• Children work better within a daily routine. This is less of a contact lens tip and more overall parenting advice. Children like to know what to expect.

• The caregiver is more proficient at handling if the lenses are removed daily.

• The child is better at having the lenses applied. The contact lenses will certainly come out at inconvenient times. It is best if they can go back on without a fuss.

• The lenses stay cleaner, which will lead to better comfort, less inflammation and infection and better optics.

• Caregivers who cringe at the thought of the daily application and removal fight will be surprised at how quickly a daily routine becomes, well, routine.

• Keep in mind that continuous wear may be an option for certain children and/or situations.

WHAT TO WATCH FOR
• Fit changes can be expected at around six to eight weeks, four to six months, nine to 12 months and two to three years of age. Caregivers should watch for the lenses to de-center or pop out.

• The caregiver must be made aware that they will need a back-up lens and to carry the lenses with them, in case the others are lost. Children have been known to eat their lenses.

• The acronym RSVP stands for redness, secretions, visual blurring (if the child can communicate this) and pain. The caregiver needs to be aware of these symptoms, remove the lenses immediately and notify the doctor.

WEARING TIME
The wearing time should be about six to eight hours the first day, 10 hours the second day and then all waking hours. The child may nap in the lenses, but they should be removed at night.

WHEN DOES THE CHILD TAKE OVER?
Children may take over lens removal at ages four to five, application at six to eight and cleaning and care at 10 to 12 years. Of course, all of this depends on the maturity and dexterity of the child, as well as lens type.

FOLLOW-UP CARE
• Caregiver compliance is necessary for follow-up appointments. During the progress evaluation, the doctor needs to obtain a good lens history. Every attempt should be made to access visual function, keeping in mind caregiver impression is important.

• Re-education in certain aspects of contact lens care or application and removal may also need to take place at these appointments. Lens care in children is time consuming and can be stressful, but also rewarding. If the dispensing is done correctly, it sets the parents and child up for years of positive vision.

Excerpted from a feature that originally appeared in October 2005 Review of Cornea & contact lenses Anita Miller is a certified paraoptometric assistant, who has worked in the Contact Lens Clinic at the University of Iowa for 18 years.

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If you and your doctor succeeded in choosing the right contact lens, you will get a prescription and with that will purchase the lenses. When you finally have bought the lenses, another important step is to clean, disinfect and store right the lenses. In the past customers have needed several types of solution for keeping clean the lenses.

Due to the modern life, outlets offer multipurpose solutions, which are cleaner, disinfector and storage in one. So 3 in 1! Be careful! If you are allergic to preservatives from the multipurpose solutions, use a hydrogen peroxide cleaning solution instead!

If you notice any problems during wearing lenses, then change them! This is the only one possibility. You can react different at the solutions or the parameters of the lenses. Don’t worry! The range of contact lenses is very large; they have different colors, they provide comfort, good vision and eye health. Among the variety there are PureVision lenses, CibaVision lenses with Freshlook contacts and Color Blend lenses. They can correct all kinds of vision problems. Even if you suffer from astigmatism there are the toric lenses.

There are several places where you can buy lenses, including on the Internet. Discount lenses are very seductive for the customers, because they are really cheap, but be aware of safety of these purchases.

But if you better want to correct the vision problems by surgery, you can do it! Lasik vision correction surgeries offer good chances for the patients. Most of the customers, who have chosen surgery don’t have to wear eye glasses or to use prescription contact lenses in the future. However, the results are very good; there is a little chance to need another surgery after the first attempt. During some leisure activities you might be advised to wear eye glasses, or during sport some safety eye glasses.

Now, you know all the possibilities, so don’t hesitate to ask your eye doctor for the best solution to you!

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