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FAQ FOR GLASSES
1. Why should I bother to go to the eye doctor when I can simply pick up an inexpensive pair of glasses at the store?
Some people do have good luck with drugstore reading glasses. However, you need to visit your eye care practitioner regularly for two reasons:
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Regular eye exams are the only way to catch "silent" diseases in their early stages, when they're more easily treated.
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One-size-fits-all reading glasses do not work well for people who have a different prescription in each eye, or whose eyes are not centered in the lens. Headaches are a common problem in those cases.
2. How do I avoid annoying reflections on my glasses?
Anti-reflective coating, also known as Crizal Alize, helps you to see through your glasses more easily, allows others to see your eyes better, minimizes the “halo” effect, eases eye strain for computer users, and eliminates the annoying white glare spots in photos taken with a flash. Ask one of your Triangle Eye Care opticians about the new Crizal Alize anti-reflective lens today!
3. I'm interested in the glasses that change to sunglasses when you go outside. Can you tell me more about them?
These lenses are known as Transitions lenses. When they're exposed to ultraviolet light, they become darker or change to a different color and vice versa. To learn more about transitions lenses, and compare the advantages of the major brands, please visit our Optical Boutique.
4. I can see fine to read or drive, but I'm having trouble with certain tasks, especially at work. What's wrong?
You should see your eye doctor if you're having any sort of problem with your vision. However, we can tell you some reasons this might be happening.
This is common problem for computer users who wear bifocals (which correct near and far vision) or reading glasses (which correct near vision), because computer monitors tend to be in your intermediate vision, neither near nor far. The solution is to ask your eye doctor about intermediate vision correction, either in the form of computer glasses, Varilux Progressive lenses or trifocals.
Consult your eye care professional on which type of lenses are best for your eyes and lifestyle.
5. I'm tired of my "Coke-bottle" lenses. Is there anything I can do?
You could ask your eye doctor about high-index lenses, which are compressed or aspheric lenses, which have a flatter curve than regular lenses. Read more about high-index and aspheric lenses.
6. The anti-reflective coating on my glasses is smeary (or foggy). What causes that and what can I do about it?
Cleaning your eyeglasses improperly is a common cause of problems with anti-reflective coating. To clean your eyeglasses, always rinse your lenses with water and mild soap or spray with lens cleaner and wipe with a soft cloth (e.g. micro fiber). If smearing still appears, bring your glasses into our Optical Boutique and consult one of our opticians for solutions.
Sometimes, your eye doctor may be able to remove the damaged coating, but usually not. There's nothing you can do at home.
7. Do my glasses protect my eyes from the sun?
That depends. Many people have plastic lenses, which do not protect your eyes; you need to have UV coating for protection. Polycarbonate lenses have built-in UV protection. Glass lenses protect your eyes from harmful UVB rays, but not from UVA; some experts think UVA rays might have long-term, damaging effects on your eyes and skin.
8. Not sure how your new glasses will look on you? Come in and try our IPoint Kiosk
We make choosing from our variety of eyewear styles even easier with IPoint!
Our state-of-the-art IPoint Kiosk virtual frame try-on and lens demonstration tool assists you in selecting eyeglass frames, lenses and colored contact lenses while wearing your current prescription eyewear. Now you can more clearly view yourself in your new frames and lenses before you order your new glasses!
FAQ FOR CHILDREN’S GLASSES
1. What are the warning signs that my child might need glasses?
Schedule an appointment with Triangle Eye Care if your child exhibits any of these signs.
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Consistently sitting too close to the TV or holding a book too close
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Losing her place while reading
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Using a finger to follow along while reading
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Squinting
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Tilting the head to see better
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Frequent eye rubbing
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Sensitivity to light
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Excessive tearing
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Closing one eye to read, watch TV or see better
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Avoiding activities that require near vision, such as reading or homework, or distance vision, such as participating in sports or other recreational activities
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Complaining of headaches or tired eyes
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Problems in school or learning
Some designs for children we recommend are:
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Disney
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Flexon from Marchon
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Essilor’s Kid IQ
2. How do I maximize my investment in my child’s eyeglasses?
The most important factor in getting a child to wear glasses is to let him or her help pick them out; your child will be more apt to wear and take care of their glasses.
3. I'm worried that my son's glasses could break while he's wearing them. What's the best way to protect his eyes?
Polycarbonate is usually recommended for children because it's very impact-resistant.
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