Eyeglasses Guide
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Do You Know When to Get Glasses for Farsightedness?
Have you been diagnosed with farsightedness (or hyperopia)? If so, you might want to know when to get glasses and how often you’ll need to wear them. Maybe you’re wondering if corrective eyewear will even help you.
Before you can understand when to get glasses for farsightedness, let’s talk about farsightedness and the symptoms you need to
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When Do You Need to Get Glasses for Nearsightedness?
If your vision isn’t clear all the time, you may have a refractive error. 1 in 3 Americans have been diagnosed with nearsightedness (or myopia), which impacts how far away they can see, and this could be you, too.
The most effective treatment for this condition is corrective lenses. But how do you know when to get glasses for
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8 Simple Ways to Help Your Child Adjust to Wearing Glasses
In the toddler years, your child’s vision goes through many changes. That is a time for your child to hone in skills they learned when they were babies and expand on those skills.
Of course, by the time they come in for regular, annual eye exams starting at age 6 (and even before), they may complain that it’s hard to see up close or far
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How Long Does It Take for Children to Adjust to Glasses?
Getting new glasses can be both exciting and slightly uncomfortable for some children. If your child doesn’t like wearing their new glasses, they may need more time to adjust.
How long does it take for children to adjust to glasses?
Whether your child is new to glasses or has had a recent prescription change, the adjustment period
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How to Adjust Kids Glasses That You Bought Online
Buying glasses online is a popular option when it comes to new eyewear for your child. Chances are, we’ve all bought a pair of glasses online before, but what happens when these glasses come in, and they don’t fit your child’s face?
Though it’s recommended to have an eye care professional adjust your child’s frames, it’s helpful
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How Do I Know If My Child’s Glasses Fit Well?
Once your child has gotten their first pair of glasses, you might wonder, ‘How do I know if my child’s glasses fit well?’ Fitting children’s glasses go far beyond the size of the lenses.
Here is what you should know about how glasses should fit on a child:
How do I know if my child’s glasses fit well?
Frames: The frames should be
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How Should Glasses Fit on a Child?
The best way to ensure glasses fit well is to bring them into an optical store. However, if you order your glasses online or don’t live near a store, that may not be an option. Eyewear that is ordered online often needs to be resized to ensure a comfortable, custom fit. A cozy fit is even more critical for a child, who will be less likely to wear
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Everything You Need to Know About Contacts vs. Glasses
Here are some advantages and disadvantages of contacts vs. glasses:
- Contacts must be cleaned and replaced often, but they are less noticeable than glasses.
- Contacts can lead to eye infections, but they do not obstruct your vision.
- Glasses may be fragile, but they can protect your eyes better than contacts.
- Glasses may impair your vision in some cases, but they can last longer than contacts.
If you think prescription lenses would benefit you, then trust the eye care experts at For Eyes to help you choose between contacts vs. glasses.
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This is How to Clean Your Eyeglasses
Eyeglasses are an important investment in your overall eye health and vision. Knowing how to clean your eyeglasses can help you protect your investment by keeping your glasses in great condition. When your eyeglasses are cleaned daily, you can also reduce scratches and help your UV and non-glare coatings last longer, promoting better visibility.&
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Top 3 Benefits of Blue-Screen/Blue-Light Glasses
As we are all spending more time on screens these days, it's even more important to pay attention to the impact of blue light. Approximately 6 in 10 adults experience symptoms of digital eye strain after using devices for for more than 2 hours. Symptoms of digital eyestrain include headaches, blurry vision and dry eyes.
Glasses that
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