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For many, middle age is when a lot of things come into focus..... except that is, newspapers, magazines, and computer screens. For those of you new to the world of reading glasses, here are a few things you should know. What is causing all of this? Well, in a nutshell, your eyes are aging. Usually beginning in their 40's, people experience blurred vision at near points. This is known as presbyopia and it is the result of a loss of flexibility within the lens of the eye, which is needed to focus on near objects. What are my options? The most common correction for presbyopia is reading glasses. These can be custom made from an optical dispenser or purchased "ready-to-wear" from someone like us. Ready-to-wear reading glasses are less expensive than custom eyewear, and allow you to own several pairs for a reasonable amount of money. And believe us - you will want several pairs becasue they will never be where you need them. Are you a canidate for ready-to-wear readers? When choosing ready-made reading glasses, ensure that the corrections for each eye are pretty close, without a great deal of astigmatism. The eye doctor is the best judge of whether you need custom eyewear rather than ready-made reading glasses. What are the different types of ready-made reading glasses? There are 5 main types of reading glasses, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. Full Vision Full frames provide uniform magnification over the entire lens. Half Frames Half frames allow you to easily glance over the top of the frame for distance vision. Bifocals The upper portion of the lens is clear. Lowering your eyes to the bifocal section provides magnification for reading. Sun Readers These are tinted to provide safe reading in the sunshine. They provide UV protection and are available in full vision or bifocal. Compact Readers Compact readers are able to be easily carried in a pocket or purse with ease. How do I know what strength I need? The best way to determine the correct strength, known as a diopter, is to have an eye exam. If you do want to select a strength, start by selecting a low strength. You should be able to see printed material clearly at a distance of about 14 inches from your eyes. If the print is not clear, you can increase the strength in .25 increments until it is clear in the 14 inch range. The important thing is to stop when the print becomes clear and not use too much magnification. How do I know what shape frame suits my face? For many of us the most important aspect of choosing reading glasses is how they look when wearing them. Let's face it, they can make or break a look and people are going to notice. There are 3 main keys to keep in mind when choosing the right glasses for your face: The frame shape should contrast with your face shape as shown below Frame size should be in scale with your face size Keep in mind that a frame's size can effect how your face is preceived. For example, putting a small frame on a large face will make the face look even larger, and vice versa. The frames should repeat your best feature An example of this would be selecting a blue frame to match your blue eyes. Your best features can be the colour or tone of your skin, hair, or even your wardrobe. |
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