Investing in Your Eyeglasses

Have you ever experienced sticker shock? The lure of luxurious features to make tasks easier, more convenient, or more comfortable are appealing until it comes down to the bottom line, which forces you to back-peddle or fully commit. Oftentimes, sticker shock occurs when you pick out your prescription eyeglasses, which most oftentimes results in sacrificing crisp, clear, comfortable vision to balance out your budget. Have you ever thought though that investing in your eyeglasses may be the best return on investment in many aspects of your life?

Optometrists know which features are optimal based on a patient’s lifestyle, hobbies, or career and can actually prescribe eyeglasses to help you achieve crisp, clear, and comfortable vision. For instance, most working patients would benefit from task-specific lenses for computer and near work. Imagine leaving your desk at the end of the day without neck and back strain caused from using your progressive lens. A computer lens allows for intermediate and near work to be accomplished clearly and comfortably without taxing your neck, back, and shoulders as its design accommodates a posture more conducive to long hours spent working. An anti-reflective coating is a necessity to cut down on glare from the computer screen and overhead lighting in the office, and can even reduce strain. Imagine the time, energy, and money you will save by investing in an appropriate pair of eyewear for your office tasks; decreasing trips to the chiropractor for neck and shoulder adjustments, virtually eliminating headaches from poor posture at your desk, and no more complaints that your eyes are too fatigued at the end of the day to enjoy your much deserved downtime.

UV protection is vital for your eyes to feel comfortable and maintain optimal ocular health. It is especially beneficial for outdoor enthusiasts. Polarized lenses are particularly beneficial for boaters and fishers, as they virtually eliminate glare from the water, allowing more extensive views into the water and along the horizon. They can also be beneficial for winter, as they cut down on reflections from the snow.

At your local, private practice optometrist, they work closely with labs to ensure high quality products are available on your prescription eyewear that are long-lasting. By following what the optometrist prescribes you with regards to your prescription eyewear, you are likely to benefit more from your glasses and are truly paying for the best quality vision available.

Dr. David D. DelPrincipe

Dr. Andrea L. Fisher