Tips for Purchasing Eyeglasses Online

November 27, 2019 / 26 Comments
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The age of technology has offered some great options for ease and convenience in our daily lives. When you are having a bad day and don’t feel like leaving the house but need to get things done, like shopping, being able to do it online in the comfort of your own home is great.

In this modern day era of technology, you can purchase just about all of your needs online, including prescription eyeglasses. Companies like EyeBuyDirect have created easy ways to choose your frames and lenses and place your prescription eyewear order. So there is no longer any need to spend an extra hour or so at the optician’s office trying on numerous frames in a vain search to find the right ones for your face. Many people find shopping for new eyewear to be frustrating and exhausting and online shopping offers another option that will not have you out running around to different optical stores searching for your perfect eyewear. It is now as easy as going online, finding the right frame size and shape, and saving money in the process.

There are a few things to keep in mind, however, when shopping for glasses online.

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Make sure you have an eye exam and your most recent prescription before ordering online.

If your last eye exam was over a year ago, it is advised that you schedule one and have your vision test completed before ordering new eyewear. Even if you think your vision has remained the same since your last exam, it is still wise to have your eyes checked annually. Our vision slowly deteriorates with age and sometimes even minor changes can benefit from an updated prescription. Most eye exams also include eye health checks which are very important to your overall eye functioning. For example, a pressure test, which can detect the early signs of glaucoma or ocular hypertension, is helpful in early diagnosis for better treatment options. A complete eye exam generally only takes about 30 minutes to complete and will result in an updated analysis of your eyesight as well as your general eye health.

Upon completion of your eye exam, you will be given a current prescription for your lenses. If you plan on ordering your glasses online, make sure to request your pupillary distance (PD) number. This will ensure that the strongest point of the lenses sits directly in front of your pupils. Pupillary distance is important for proper fit and functionality of your lenses and becomes even more so the worse your eyesight becomes over time.

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Understand which frames work best for your face shape.

Instead of trying on numerous pairs of glasses using a virtual mirror app, this helpful guide is quite useful for determining the best frame fit for your face. The link provides a chart that matches facial shape with eyeglass styles that are the most flattering. It will also give you tips on how to accurately identify the shape of your face.

Consider the different types of available finishes.

If you work frequently on computers or other types of technology that rely heavily on screen time, you want to be sure to get the most functional finish on your lenses. If your lenses produce too much glare this can add to eye strain which can cause long term eye health issues. 

You may also want to consider investing in special computer glasses. The type of lens technology in these speciality glasses will account for the fact that a screen is generally at a further reading distance than a book or newspaper would be. If you are considering this type of eyewear, definitely discuss the options with your optician because a special prescription will be needed.

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Purchasing eyewear online may not work for everyone.

Keep in mind that shopping online for glasses may not work for everyone. If the shape of your face and ears mean that your glasses cannot fit properly without tricky adjustments, you may want to continue to purchase in person from your optician. Optician offices have the necessary experience and equipment to bend and adjust the frames to ensure the proper fit so you can see clearly.

On the other hand, if you have to make adjustments to the frames yourself based on past experience with eyewear fit, it is worth giving online shopping for eyewear a try. If you are a first time purchaser of online prescription glasses, you could start with an inexpensive pair and see how the experience works for you.

Shopping for eyewear online gives you many options for unique and stylish frames at a fraction of the cost of many optical stores. It is totally worth trying.

Have you ever ordered prescription eyeglasses from online shops? What has your experience been?

Keeping it on the edge,

Shelbee

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I am a midlife woman, wife, and stay-at-home mother of 2 boys and 2 cats. I have a passion for helping other women feel fabulous in the midst of this crazy, beautiful life.

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