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How Do You Know What Strength Reading Glasses to Get?

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Reading glasses are, as the name suggests, eyeglasses that aid the wearer to see or read objects in close range such as small text, mobile phones, computer screens or threading a needle.

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Discover the reason behind thick lens glasses and why prescription lenses can vary greatly.

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What are Gaming Glasses?

What are gaming glasses and how do they really work is a very frequent question we hear, well here’s a little insight…Wonder what it’s like to game with fewer eye irritations and distractions?

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How to Choose Glasses

Deciding on a pair of glasses is harder than it seems, so we’ve put together some tips to help you make the best choice.

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Spherical Aberration

Spherical aberration, in the context of optical systems such as lenses for your glasses, is the deviation of light rays as they pass through the lens. This, in turn, causes images to appear blurred. A lens that is functioning correctly will focus all rays of light that pass through it into a single focal point.

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Nearsighted Glasses – What you need to know

If you find that your eyesight isn’t perfect, then you may need a pair of distance glasses. Our vision can change over time due to age, eye injuries, dry eyes, health conditions, genetics, and even smoking.

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Is there a Difference Between Contact Lens and Glasses Prescription?

Both glasses and contact lenses correct your vision, but you need a separate prescription for each one. In this article we go through the differences between them.

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Trivex vs Polycarbonate Lenses

Even more than the frame or design, the lenses you choose have a big influence on how happy you are with your glasses. When buying glasses, one of the most common mistakes people make is not giving enough thought to the materials, designs, and lens coatings.

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Do Blue Light Glasses Help With Night Driving

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Discover the benefits of blue light glasses and how they may impact visibility while driving at night.

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Prescription Safety Glasses Buying Guide

Safety glasses are built on a fairly simple concept: protecting the eyes as much as possible. This is generally done by covering or sealing the areas surrounding your eyes.

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