A lot of people spend majority of their time focusing on frame selection. First and foremost, picking the right prescription lenses for your eyewear is really the most important part. It is crucial that you go to a reputable source for your lenses. That is where we come in. Allow us to help you pick the right prescription lenses that suit your lifestyle. Whether you need prescription lenses for sportswear or daily use, we can find the right fit for you!

After you go through a detailed eye exam we will better understand which type of lenses will best correct your vision. Every person has special vision correction needs from nearsightedness, farsightedness or an astigmatism. But what exactly do these terms mean? Understanding your prescription allows you to make an informed decision as to what lenses are right for you.

So, what is the difference between being nearsighted, farsighted or having an astigmatism?

Being nearsighted means that you are able to see objects that are “near” or up close to your eyes. On the other hand, being farsighted means that you are able to see objects that are far away from your eyes. These two conditions are the opposite of each other and are simpler to understand.

Astigmatism is a little more complicated. Astigmatism means having an abnormal curvature in your eye’s cornea or lens. In a healthy eye, the cornea and lens would be curved equally in all directions. However, an eye with an astigmatism is curved unequally, resulting in the cornea or lens having a distorted shape. This leads to your vision being blurry for objects that are both near and far. All these conditions can be diagnosed through a comprehensive eye exam by an eye care professional. To help correct these vision problems, prescription lenses are needed. There are two main types of lenses, single vision and progressive lenses.

Single vision lenses contain one power throughout the entire lens. For instance, a person can have single vision reading lenses that contain the same prescription from one edge of the lens to the other.

In contrast, progressive lenses contain multiple focal points in one lens, helping you to see both near and far without having to switch glasses. There are two subdivisions of progressive glasses, bifocal and trifocal. Bifocal glasses imply there are two focal points within a singular lens, whereas trifocal glasses have three focal points.

It is always best to get prescription eyewear from a reputable source to ensure that the lenses are made and fitted properly to ensure your best possible vision. Whether you need reading or distance glasses, or perhaps the combination of the two, we got you covered! Let us assist you in choosing prescription lenses that suit your needs and lifestyle. Come and visit us to find out more about prescription lenses.