In the picturesque tapestry of the Caribbean, our communities thrive on shared values, strong bonds, and a profound sense of togetherness. It's this very spirit that makes our region unique, and it's this spirit that weaves through every aspect of our lives, including how we make choices as consumers. Today, we embark on a journey to explore a choice that not only aligns with our Caribbean values but also carries profound economic implications - the choice to buy eyeglasses from local providers. Community Values: At the core of Caribbean culture are community values that emphasize support, unity, and mutual upliftment. Here's why choosing local eyecare professionals is a reflection of these values: Empowering Our Neighbors: Local eyecare businesses are often family-owned or managed by individuals deeply embedded in our communities. When we choose them, we're not just making a transaction; we're fostering economic empowerment among our neighbors and friends. Personalized Service: Local eyecare professionals pride themselves on offering personalized service that transcends the transactional nature of online retailers. They know you by name, understand your unique eyecare needs, and provide solutions tailored specifically to you. Economic Benefits: Supporting local eyecare professionals isn't just a matter of sentiment; it's a tangible investment in our communities. Here's how it contributes to the economic vibrancy of our region: Job Creation: Local businesses play a pivotal role in the employment landscape of our communities. A study by the Small Business Administration reveals that small businesses create two out of every three new jobs in the United States. Extrapolating from this data, it's clear that the support of local eyecare providers in the Caribbean translates into significant job creation, reducing unemployment rates and fostering economic stability. Revenue Circulation: When you choose local providers, a substantial portion of the money you spend remains within the community. This circulation of revenue stimulates economic growth, supports local infrastructure development, and sustains vital services. Taxes and Public Services: Local businesses contribute to the public purse through taxes. These tax revenues are indispensable for funding essential public services such as schools, healthcare facilities, and public safety initiatives. By supporting local eyecare providers, you are indirectly reinforcing the pillars of our communities' well-being. Conclusion: As we begin this exploration into the merits of buying eyeglasses from local providers, we invite you to embark on a journey that goes beyond transactions and digital convenience. It's a journey that encapsulates our Caribbean values of community support and unity, one that contributes to the economic strength of our region. So, let us embrace the idea that supporting local eyecare professionals isn't just about clearer vision; it's about nurturing the very heart of our communities. Together, we'll uncover the profound impact our choices can have, not only on our lives but on the vibrant mosaic that is the Caribbean. Stay posted for the next post in the series - Personalized Care: The Local Advantage in Eyecare

Why are my glasses taking so long in the Caribbean? If you've recently ordered new glasses in the Caribbean, you may be wondering why it's taking so long to get them. There are a few factors that contribute to the long turnaround time for glasses in the Caribbean, including: The distance between the manufacturer and the optician. If you live in a small town or island, the lenses for your glasses may need to be shipped from a manufacturer in another country. This can add several days or even weeks to the delivery time. The complexity of your prescription. If you have a complex prescription, the lenses for your glasses may need to be custom made. This can add even more time to the manufacturing process. The capabilities of manufacturing where you live. In some places there may be no lens manufacturers or if there is one they may be unable to produce the lenses you need. The availability of lenses. If the lenses you need are not in stock, the manufacturer may need to order them from another supplier. This can also add time to the process. Here are some tips for getting your glasses faster in the Caribbean: Ask your optician about the fastest way to get your glasses. They may be able to use a manufacturer that is closer to you or that has the lenses you need in stock. Be prepared to pay more for faster service. If you need your glasses urgently, you may be able to get them faster if you're willing to pay a premium. Here are some additional things to keep in mind: The time it takes to make glasses can vary depending on the manufacturer and the complexity of your prescription. If you're not sure how long it will take to get your glasses, ask your optician. They should be able to give you an estimate. Be patient. Making glasses takes time, so don't expect them to be ready overnight. I hope this blog post has helped you to understand why your glasses may be taking so long to make in the Caribbean. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact your optician or share your thoughts in the comments below.

Transitions Signature lenses are known for their ability to adapt to changing light conditions, providing clear vision indoors and outdoors. Now, Transitions is introducing four new style colors to the lineup: Sapphire, Amethyst, Amber, and Emerald. These colors offer a wider range of fashion options for consumers who want to make a statement with their eyewear. The new style colors are available in both CR-39 and Poly options, and are readily available in single vision. Progressives will need to be special ordered. Sapphire is a bright, exciting hue that brings a cool factor to any outfit. It's perfect for those who want to make a statement with their eyewear. Amethyst is a sophisticated shade with a contemporary twist. It's perfect for those who want a stylish and unique look. Amber is for a vintage look that is both timeless and of-the-moment. It's perfect for those who want a classic and elegant look. Emerald is trendy and versatile, matching a variety of styles. It's perfect for those who want a modern and stylish look. In addition to the new style colors, Transitions Signature lenses also offer the same world-class features and benefits of Chromea7™ technology: Optimal comfort: Transitions Signature lenses provide a smooth and gradual transition between indoor and outdoor light, so you can enjoy clear vision without any discomfort. Protection: Transitions Signature lenses block 100% of UV rays and harmful blue light, helping to protect your eyes from the sun's harmful rays. Indoor clarity: Transitions Signature lenses are clear indoors, so you can see your surroundings clearly without any distortion. The new style colors of Transitions Signature lenses offer a wider range of fashion options for consumers who want to make a statement with their eyewear. With four new colors to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect pair of Transitions Signature lenses to match your style. Order your Transitions Signature lenses today and start enjoying the latest in eyewear technology! #TransitionsSignature #TransitionsLenses #StyleColors #NewRelease #Sapphire #Amethyst #Amber #Emerald #Eyewear #Fashion

Anti-reflective (AR) coatings are a popular option for eyeglasses because they can help to reduce glare and improve visibility. However, AR coatings can be susceptible to greasy film buildup, which can make them look cloudy and reduce their effectiveness. In this blog post, we will discuss some tips on how to care for premium AR-coated lenses and prevent greasy film buildup. We will also discuss some of the common questions that people have about caring for these lenses. Tips for Caring for Premium AR-Coated Lenses Clean your lenses regularly. This is the most important thing you can do to prevent greasy film buildup. Use a mild soap and water solution or a special lens cleaner to remove oil and dirt buildup. Avoid rubbing your lenses with your fingers. This can transfer oil and dirt from your fingers to the lenses. Instead, use a microfiber cloth to clean your lenses. Store your lenses in a clean, dry case. This will help to protect them from dust, dirt, and other contaminants. Avoid exposing your lenses to harsh chemicals. This can damage the AR coating. Choose an AR coating that is resistant to grease buildup. There are a number of AR coatings on the market that are specifically designed to be resistant to grease buildup. Common Questions about Caring for Premium AR-Coated Lenses How often should I clean my AR-coated lenses? You should clean your AR-coated lenses at least once a day. If you wear makeup, you may need to clean them more often. What should I use to clean my AR-coated lenses? You can use a mild soap and water solution or a special lens cleaner to clean your AR-coated lenses. Avoid using harsh chemicals, as these can damage the AR coating. What should I do if my AR-coated lenses get greasy? If your AR-coated lenses get greasy, you can try cleaning them with a mild soap and water solution or a special lens cleaner. If that doesn't work, you may need to take your lenses to an optician or eyewear store for professional cleaning. How can I prevent greasy film buildup on my AR-coated lenses? You can prevent greasy film buildup on your AR-coated lenses by following the tips above. In addition, you can try using a lens cleaner that is specifically designed to be resistant to grease buildup. Conclusion By following these tips, you can help to keep your premium AR-coated lenses looking their best for longer. If you have any other questions about caring for these lenses, please feel free to leave a comment below. Additional Information In addition to the tips above, here are some other things to keep in mind when caring for premium AR-coated lenses: If you wear makeup, be sure to remove it before cleaning your lenses. Makeup can transfer to the lenses and cause greasy film buildup. If you are using a special lens cleaner, be sure to follow the instructions on the bottle carefully. Using too much cleaner or using the wrong type of cleaner can damage the AR coating. If you are concerned about damaging your AR-coated lenses, you can take them to an optician or eyewear store for professional cleaning. I hope this blog post has been helpful. If you have any other questions about caring for premium AR-coated lenses, please feel free to leave a comment below. Feel free to start a conversation with us today about AR Coating Thank you for reading! #antireflectivelenses #arcoatedlenses #premiumlenses #eyeglassescare #lenscare #greasylenses #glarereduction #eyewear #optician #lenscleaningtips #howtocareforarcoatedlenses #preventgreasyfilmbuildup

Mirrored glasses are in style, and the new Transitions XTRActive style mirrors create a trendy mirror finish with a hint of color. Choose from six stylish colors: Gold: A smooth and warm shade that complements all skin tones. It is perfect for those who want a classic and elegant look. Silver Shadow: A classic silver-gray color that is versatile and can be dressed up or down. Red: A rich scarlet mirror for a sporty experience. It is perfect for those who want a bold and eye-catching look. Pink: An infusion of crimson hues that is both feminine and edgy. It is perfect for those who want a statement piece. Blue: A chill color for a stylish and trendy look. It is perfect for those who want a cool and contemporary look. Green: A radiant color with an earthy feeling. It is perfect for those who want a natural and understated look. Outdoors, these lenses have a mirror finish that provides intelligent visual comfort and hassle-free protection from UV and harmful blue light. The mirror finish also helps to reduce glare and improve visibility in bright conditions. Indoors, the mirror fades to a light reflection with a hint of color, so you can still see your surroundings clearly. Transitions XTRActive style mirrors are a great second pair option for clear and existing Transitions lens wearers. They are also a great choice for those who want a stylish and functional pair of sunglasses. How to order: Existing customers: Contact us directly by phone or choose the mirrors on our online order form. New customers: Call or send a message using our contact form. Order your Transitions XTRActive style mirrors today and start enjoying the latest in eyewear technology! Learn More: https://www.classicvisions.net/trans-style-mirrors More info: https://www.transitions.com/en-us/our-company/press/transitions-launches-style-colors-mirrors/

Can we do high-wrap face-fitting eyewear in your prescription? It depends. Hey there! We can do sport sunglasses with your prescription, but it depends on the strength of your prescription and the specific frame you want to use. If your prescription is too strong or the frame is too difficult to work with, we might not be able to do it. In that case, we'd recommend trying another supplier. If I have a high prescription and I want to put my prescription in a hi-wrap sunglasses frame? If your prescription is really strong, it might not be possible to put it in a hi-wrap frame. This is because hi-wrap frames have a lot of curve, and it can be difficult to make lenses that fit them well with a strong prescription. If you're not sure if your prescription will work, we recommend bringing your frame to us so we can take a look. I have a wrapped sunglass frame and I want to have it filled with my prescription. Sure, we can do that! Just bring your frame to us and we'll take a look at it. If the prescription fits the frame, we'll be able to make the lenses for you. If it doesn't work, we'll let you know and you can find a different frame. If you want you can contact us here to be referred to one of our frame retailers who can help! How much will it cost to get Prescription Glasses Made? (Lenses Only) The cost of prescription sunglasses lenses depends on the material, type of lens, and the options you choose. The most basic lens with no options can start at around $95, and the most expensive lenses can cost up to $500. #prescriptionsunglasses #prescriptionglasses #sunglasseswithprescription #sunglassesforprescription #sportglasses #wraparoundsunglasses #highprescriptionsunglasses #prescriptionlens #eyeglasses #eyewear

Written by Keith Benjamin from OpticianWorks Welcome to the OpticianWorks Consumers Guide To Buying Glasses 2021 - 2023 I am a licensed optician who has worked for a mall-based optical chain and two different independent doctors of optometry, both with large retail sales. I now work for an independent optical lab. I have more than twenty-five years “in the business.” I know exactly what optical products cost and how they are marked up. You are not going to read any “industry insider information” here, because none exists. Well, actually I will give you two “Insider Tips.” What I can share with you are some common-sense guidelines. Many consumers find our optician videos very helpful: OpticianWorks on YouTube You can find great information on frame selection, lens choices and some of the language of the eyewear industry. I am NOT selling anything! I do NOT recommend any particular brand name products. I do NOT accept advertising money from optical companies. About That Eyeglass “Prescription” As a consumer, the first thing you must know is that you own your eyeglass “prescription.” Once your exam has been paid for, you may ask for a copy of it. By law, your doctor must give it to you. You are free to take that “prescription” anywhere you want to have your glasses made. Your doctor has no right to hesitate or refuse to provide you with your prescription. Here is the actual law: §456.2 Separation of examination and dispensing. It is an unfair act or practice for an ophthalmologist or optometrist to: (a) Fail to provide to the patient one copy of the patient’s prescription immediately after the eye examination is completed. Provided: An ophthalmologist or optometrist may refuse to give the patient a copy of the patient’s prescription until the patient has paid for the eye examination, but only if that ophthalmologist or optometrist would have required immediate payment from that patient had the examination revealed that no ophthalmic goods were required; (b) Condition the availability of an eye examination to any person on a requirement that the patient agree to purchase any ophthalmic goods from the ophthalmologist or optometrist; (c) Charge the patient any fee in addition to the ophthalmologist’s or optometrist’s examination fee as a condition to releasing the prescription to the patient. Provided: An ophthalmologist or optometrist may charge an additional fee for verifying ophthalmic goods dispensed by another seller when the additional fee is imposed at the time the verification is performed; or (d) Place on the prescription, or require the patient to sign, or deliver to the patient a form or notice waiving or disclaiming the liability or responsibility of the ophthalmologist or optometrist for the accuracy of the eye examination or the accuracy of the ophthalmic goods and services dispensed by another seller The use of the word “prescription” is misleading and it implies that the form you are being handed has medical value. It does not. Currently, your routine eye exam consists of two parts. Part of the exam is medically based and includes a thorough physical examination of the entire eye and visual system. This is often done with the eye dilated and it is when the doctor looks inside the eye with their bio-microscope. The medical portion of the exam can prevent blindness and detect a wide range of other serious health-related issues. Medical based eye exams are an important part of your overall healthcare plan. Medical eye exams are an objective screening tool. The other part of the exam called a refraction is the determination of your eyeglass “prescription.” It is when you are looking at the eye chart and answering the, “which is better, one or two” questions. Refraction is a subjective, non-medical test, which in many countries can be performed by eye care providers who are not doctors. Computer-assisted instruments and online apps that provide self-guided refraction are becoming available. “What is better 1 or 2?” is subjective. That means that you choose what you feel is adequate vision for you. It is a personal choice. You are free to decide if you are perfectly happy with your current “eyeglass prescription.” It is your CHOICE, your DECISION not your legislature’s, optician’s or any doctor’s to make. Not really much different than you deciding to exercise, smoke or take vitamins. It’s not anyone else’s business! Prescriptions written for eyeglasses (not contacts) may, or may not, have an expiration date. This should only vary by any individual state law. It is up to you to balance the healthcare of your eyes and annual eye exams with the cost savings of using a dated prescription. Why is the optical shop important? Fit matters, not only for comfort and appearance but for your vision as well. Only an experienced eye care professional can provide you with a proper fit for your new eyewear. Only an experienced optician or eye care professional can take accurate measurements for the proper alignment of your eyeglass lenses. Your eye care professional will take the time and care to assure you are getting the proper lenses by doing a final inspection of the product. In many cases you will actually see a difference in the quality of your vision. This is important when choosing progressive lenses and frames and higher lens powers. Because your shopping experience should be fun and satisfying and you should feel great about your purchase. Shopping for your new eyeglasses can be no different than shopping for new clothes or a new pair of shoes. You will determine what is within your budget and what you want your shopping experience to be. Optical shops provide you with hundreds of frame choices to try on so you can determine what looks and fits best. Maintaining that inventory costs the business $10,000 to $100,000. This allows you to choose the right style and the right fit without trial-and-error or settling for something that isn’t quite right because you don’t want the hassle of returning that frame you bought online. Shops stock repair parts and have the tools to properly and safely adjust and repair your eyewear. They also offer education and information about new products that can provide you with better vision. Unlike online retailers, local shops can, in some cases, make glasses while you wait, handle warranty issues and repair broken glasses on the spot. Shopping Online? – I’m Not Against It! More On That Below Looking for something special, unique, something you are being told “can’t be done?” You need to do two things: 1) Look for an independent optician owned shop. 2) Expect to pay out of pocket. You will not, you cannot get custom work through a vision care plan. Consumers Guide To Buying Glasses: About Frames Frame pricing is consistent throughout the industry. Almost all optical retailers mark up frames along similar guidelines. It is common to find identical frames selling for within a few dollars of each other in local markets. Unless the frame is unique to a very small vendor, chances are excellent that at least one other shop in town is selling the same frame. A little price comparison is always a good idea. Frames are made by the millions, in huge factories located all over the globe. They are rarely hand-crafted in the back room at the shop. We all want to look good! Eyewear today is fashion-driven! So, rule number one is: You will pay more for a frame with a designer name. Frame manufacturers spend millions of dollars buying the rights to put designer names on their frame lines. They have to recoup that cost somewhere, so the higher the brand recognition is, the higher the cost will be. Stores will also charge a premium for exclusive brands, styles and the latest fashion trends in eyewear. That leads us to rule number two: Designer frames look better than non-designer frames. Do not kid yourself. The frame companies know how to manipulate style. The best-looking shapes, styles and colors are combined in the higher cost designer lines. Now on to rule number three: Just because a frame has a designer name does not mean it is a better product. In fact, it was most likely made on the very same assembly line and from the very same materials as the company’s house brand. Heck it is even possible that a no-name or more generic brand name may be of higher quality than the fancy big-name designer line. When you buy a frame, think about how and when you will wear it. If you wear your contact lenses 99% of the time, then buy a house-brand frame, and save your money. Does it really matter what your bedside readers look like? Do you need a designer frame for your computer glasses? This video covers the basics of frame fit quite well. Sorry it is a bit of a hodge-podge of some old stuff and new video. We are working on a new version for mid-2021. Consumers Guide To Buying Glasses: About Lenses Know that almost all lenses are made at huge factories or ground to order at places called wholesale optical labs, not behind the wall in your local optical shop. The fanciest and most expensive store in town may well be using the same exact optical lab as the discount place on the corner. Lenses may be ground to fit a frame in a shop, but rarely ground to fill an individual prescription. Unlike frames, lens pricing is very inconsistent throughout the industry. Almost all optical retailers will mark up lenses to what the local market will bear. Of course, there are exceptions, and it is up to you to shop around and be sure you are not overpaying for a specific lens. Single vision lenses: Single vision lenses are pretty basic stuff. If you have a low prescription, or wear your contact lenses most of the time, then just about any lens will do, yes even those bought online. If you have a higher prescription and wear your glasses all the time, then you will want to consider aspheric designs, non-glare coatings, and high-index materials (see below). Lined multi-focal lenses: Lined bi-focals and lined tri-focals, the lenses with the “half-moon” segment, really have not changed much in the last twenty years. You will probably get what you had before and be pretty happy with them. They are also an excellent alternative to costly and compromised progressive lenses. Obviously I could wear any lens I want. I actually prefer a lined bi-focal over a progressive. Progressive lenses: Not all progressive lenses are created equal. To some degree you really do get what you pay for. Is $400.00 a heck of a lot of money for some pieces of plastic? Yes it is. But, that is the way it is… Beware The Smoke & Mirror Products: Beware of glasses with switches, wires, knobs, batteries and any “new-technology” that has not been on the market for a few years and had the bugs worked out. Don’t say I didn’t warn you! What to Know When Buying Eyeglasses: Do know that all current, brand-name, lenses and many new free-form house brands are pretty darn good – to – excellent. If you are being told that a certain lens is somehow above and beyond all others and is worth considerably more money than other lenses, you are being fed worthless sales propaganda. There is no magic pixie dust! Do buy a quality non-glare coating. Non-glare coatings allow you to see better, look better, and make for a better pair of glasses. Get the best non-glare coating you can afford. If you can afford it, get the good coating on every pair you have. Just like lenses, your optician should be able to tell you what brand and what type of non-glare coating you are getting and give you information about your coating. If you must choose between a cheap non-glare coating or none at all choose none at all. Cheap AR or non-glare coatings do nothing but scratch, smudge and smear. Do ask about which lens you are getting. If your optician cannot tell you then you are probably being sold a very low-end product. Today the lenses being sold may not be a “brand name” but may still be of extremely high quality. Listen for terms like “house” or “independent” free-form. Do try to buy a lens produced in the last year or two. Progressive lenses are still getting improvements, so many new designs are actually easier to wear than those made just a few years ago. Do know that in the US your doctor determines your prescription, not your optician. So please do not get angry with them when a new prescription does not work for you. It would be (a little) like yelling at your pharmacist because your antibiotic did not cure your cold. Do realize that if you are presbyopic (meaning that you need an add power, and should wear a lined multi-focal or progressive) and that if you have a change in prescription, that one area of your vision will be better and one will be worse! PLEASE Re-Read that — Realize that if you are presbyopic (meaning that you need an add power, and wear a multi-focal or progressive) and that if you have a change in prescription that one area of your vision will be better and one will be worse! Stop torturing your doctor, optician or ECP! It is a simple fact that you cannot have perfect vision in all ranges. You are o-l-d. Get over it. If the doctor’s prescription provides you with crisp distance vision, chances are that you will lose some of the clarity that you had with near vision in your old pair. The only way around this is having individual pairs of glasses for the different ranges you need. Do buy a BIG frame if you want a progressive to work well. If you want a progressive to work well, it needs room to do it. Yes, the optician will probably tell you it will work just fine, and the lens company will probably tell you it will work, but guess what? It won’t. Don’t say I didn’t warn you. Pssst- Here is Insider Secret #1 that I will let you in on: Contrary to the ads you see, bifocal contact lenses rarely work very well! Or, they work for a year or so and as you get older and your reading power increases with age they stop working. So, don’t be surprised if your doctor is less than enthusiastic about you trying them. Your results may vary… Do NOT buy the latest new thing, unless it comes with a 100% money back guarantee. Is a pair of $500 glasses better than a pair of $200 glasses? Not necessarily. Expect to pay about this much for a complete pair of glasses (frame AND lenses): Single vision glasses: Between $10 and $300. Lined multi-focal glasses: Between $150 and $400. Progressive glasses: Between $200 and $600. AR or non-glare coatings: add $75 to $150. Changeable tint lenses: add $75 to $150. What you need to know about taking your glasses back to the shop: Know that a frame that has been returned can often be reused or returned to the manufacturer for a credit. Lenses, since they are ground especially for your individual pair of glasses and prescription cannot be reused and become trash. For that reason you must understand the reluctance of your doctor or optician to remake lenses without being 100% sure that they know e-x-a-c-t-l-y what the reason is. For that reason you will need to explain to them what is not right about your prescription and/or glasses, not just throw them down and say, “These don’t work.” See: Why Can’t I See Out of My New Glasses below. Online Eyeglass Shopping You cannot overlook a complete pair of glasses for $18.00 when similar or even identical products are selling for a hundred dollars more at the local shop. Online eyewear sales are a routine part of the business. It is possible to purchase a pair of perfectly good glasses online. Heck, I would say that your chances of getting a great pair of glasses from a large online retailer are actually better than what you might get through several of the managed care plan companies offered through your doctor’s office! With that said, if you have a low prescription, you are looking for an inexpensive pair of glasses and you prefer to shop online then I would suggest going with one of the larger online retailers, Warby Parker and Zenni Optical seem to be the leaders. Just like shoes or clothing you purchase online, for goodness sake, if your online glasses don’t fit, don’t work, give you a headache, well, then DON'T WEAR THEM – SEND THEM BACK! PLEASE! If you are wearing progressive lenses and/or have a high prescription go and see a professional. DO NOT SHOP ONLINE for progressives or high prescriptions! The fit and measurements for progressives and higher prescriptions need to be made by a human. The choice of appropriate lens material and lens design needs to be made by an experienced optician. Consumers Guide To Buying Glasses Optical FAQ You may also want to visit our YouTube Channel: Laramy-K On YouTube Here is a list I am compiling of some frequently asked questions you are likely to have when you go to your doctor’s office or optical shop. Q: How can I tell if my optician is reputable and competent? A: You can’t. You can judge the likelihood of it by how long they have been in business and that they appear to be confident, competent and knowledgeable. “Certification”, since it varies greatly from state-to-state, is not a very good indicator of competence. Q: Should I see a “licensed” optician? A: Not necessarily. The only thing that matters in your optician is their level of experience and competency. Only half the states require a license anyway. Q: Can you remove scratches from a lens? A: NO! NO! NO! Your eyeglass Rx is created by the curves on the front and back of the lens. If you “buffed” out the scratch you would change the curve and you would change the Rx and/or create a big blurry spot. There is no “magic” liquid that can fill a scratch. Trust me if there was we would have it on hand for when we slip and scratch a new lens! Q: What should I bring with me when I go in for an eye exam? A: #1 Your eyecare insurance information. Know it before you go in! If you don’t know what it is then contact your company HR department and find out. Also bring a current pair of glasses, the box for both your R and L contact lenses if you wear them and a copy of your last written Rx if you have it. Psst… Insider Tip #2: If you wear glasses then bring them with you to your exam. Don’t think that having the doctor “starting from scratch” will change anything. Don’t pull the, “Well you tell me doc.” The only thing that will happen is that you will seriously tick off the doctor! The very person that is trying to help you. Q: What makes a high prescription? A: Most opticians will consider a prescription “high” when it is over +3.00 or over -5.00. The higher the power of a lens the more important the frame fit and measurements taken are. Q: Why can’t I use my eyeglass prescription for contact lenses? A: Because a contact lens sits directly on your cornea. Every cornea has unique curves that must be matched to the lens for proper fit. Because the lens sits on the eye the power of a contact lens is often different than that for eyeglasses. Wearing a contact lens that is not fit properly can cause damage to the cornea. Unlike glasses contact lenses are a MEDICAL device and are not something to play with. Q: When should I consider “high-index”? A: When your prescription is “high” and/or your cylinder value (the middle number in your Rx) is over 2.00. Q: Why doesn’t the reading area of a progressive lens go all the way across the bottom? A: Eyeglass prescription are created by the curvature of the lens. You cannot overcome physics. The industry has thousands of doctoral level optical engineers working on making the best lens possible, trust me if it could be done it would be done. Just like with most things in life anything that does everything rarely does all of them well. Q: What is this free-form, digital, HD, stuff about? A: The most direct answer is that a free-form or digital or whatever brand name they want to call it is a lens based on computer automated design or CAD. These lenses are created using very sophisticated computer programs and high precision tools to create special surfaces on both the front and back surfaces of the lens. The result is often a lens with a wider range of vision, increased optical quality and a prescription designed around the individual wearer and their frame. It is popular in progressives but can be done in high single vision prescriptions also. Q: How do I know a frame fits me? Also see the Frame Fit Photo Gallery link above. A: Look at 3 things. Width – Nose – Temple Width: The temples or “arms” or “stems” should leave the front of the glasses and go roughly straight back and touch just before the ear. NO CONTACT with the side of your head! Nose: Frames should feel comfortable on your nose. In plastic frames you want all or close to all of the frame touching the nose with no gaps and no single points of contact. Temple: Make sure the temples are long enough to reach well behind the ear. In kid and petite frames make sure they are not so long they will be annoying. Q: Is the anti-reflective coating worth the money? A: Yes, a high-quality one is worth every penny. I you need to choose between a cheap AR or none choose none. A high quality AR will have a brand name and your ECP should be able to tell you what you are getting. Most high quality AR coatings come with a two-year warranty. Q: Do I really need sunglasses when the sun does not bother me at all? A: If you go outside you should wear glasses with UV protection. While many clear eyeglasses lenses protect you from UV damage, all sunglasses do. Q: Does a polarized lens offer more protection than a well made pair of sunglasses without polarization? A: No Q: Should I get the frames with spring hinges? A: Not necessarily. Many frames today have flex properties throughout the frame making the spring hinge unnecessary. Frames made of super-strong titanium may not need spring hinges. Q: Do frames with spring hinges fit better? A: NO! If a frame is fit properly the spring hinge will be closed unless hit or being taken on or off. Q: My vision has not changed in years. Why should I get a new exam? A: Because an eye exam is not about getting the prescription for glasses it is about checking the overall health of your eyes. A good eye exam can check for diabetes, glaucoma, retinal problems, dry-eye and many other MEDICAL conditions that can lead to blindness. Q: Why can’t I take my old lenses and put them in a new frame? A: This can be done but it is like finding a needle in a haystack. In the world today there just simply is not time to do it and it is not worth the money. Lenses are cut for a SPECIFIC frame to within a 5/100 of a millimeter of accuracy. Forcing the wrong shape in to the wrong frame is not going to be doing you any favor. Q: Why was the person at the optical shop such a jerk, acted annoyed, refused, rolled their eyes etc. when I asked for my PD? A: If you are regular customer, get yearly eye exams, buy contacts and refer others to the store then that person should gladly give you your PD! If they do not they are foolish and rude. If you just wander in off the street and ask them to take their time to measure you for your PD so you can turn around and go and by your glasses on-line then you deserve to be treated rudely. Q: Why can’t the optician tell how thick the edge of my lenses will be? A: If the optician says, “There is no way to predict exactly how thick a lens edge will be.” Thank them and be happy you have probably found a competent optician! Lens edge thickness depends on material, patient PD, frame size, frame shape, the processes used to grind or create the Rx and of course the Rx itself. A difference of even 1/10th of a millimeter in any direction can cause a difference in edge thickness. Q: Why do some glasses cost so much? A: You are paying for a brand name frame, you are paying for the research and development for the latest in lens and frame material technology, you are paying to make up some of the gap in income loss from the shop taking insurance, you want the very latest style from the famous high-end designer and you are willing to pay for it. Q: Why did the optician look like they wanted to beat me with a stick and then toss me in a dumpster of hungry weasels when I kept comparing my old pair to the new pair I just got? A: Because your prescription and/or frame changed! Of course things will look a little different between the old and the new pair. If they did not then you would not have needed a new pair of glasses. Yes, a change in frame can cause a change in vision even in the same prescription (due to different angles and distances from your eye). Remember YOU chose the Rx by saying 1 was better than 2 etc… Q: Why can’t I get my Rx in those cool wrapped styles I see? A: Depending on your Rx you may be able to but expect to pay well over $500 to get it done. Eyeglass prescription are created by the curvature of the lens. You cannot overcome physics just because you want to look cool. The higher your Rx the less likely it will be that you can get it filled in a “wrap” frame. I do NOT endorse any products however Bolle, Rudy Project and Oakley do offer some of their wrap designs in Rx. ________________________________________________________________________ LOL: A patient called and asked, “If I bring my glasses in can you fix them?” He replied, “Well I might have a much better chance that way instead of over the phone!” LOL: A patient called and asked, “How much are your glasses?” She replied, “How much is a car?” LOL: “No I did not use Super Glue on them.” LOL: “I need a screw.” LOL: A daily occurrence in an optical shop – A patient brings in a pair of glasses with both lenses out, the temples bent and the temple end cracked and says, “I just opened the case and they were like that.” Consumers Guide To Buying Glasses Why Can’t I See Out of My New Glasses? OK, this is a tough one and I could go on for hours… A competent optician working with your eye doctor should be able to trouble shoot a prescription problem, in one visit, 95% of the time. 5% of you out there need to remember that you see with your brain, not with your eyes and maybe your brain is not working quite right. That is not meant to be mean or sarcastic, it is quite simply the truth. Yes, you may be in that 5% group if you have been back more than twice for a prescription problem. If you have been back three, four, five times then you are in that 5%! Vision is subjective not objective. STOP comparing your old pair and any new pair. As stated above, as we age if your Rx changes you will gain and lose perfect vision in one area or another. Vision is the result of the brain interpreting what it sees through BOTH eyes. STOP covering one of them and insisting there is a problem. If you have a pair you like and work well for you then BRING THEM WITH YOU when you take your new glasses back to the store. Many small problems with a new Rx can be overcome with simple adjustments to the frame. This may seem a little odd but it works, it works! If your prescription changed and it now calls for an add power but you choose to not go in to a bi-focal or progressive lens you are probably going to be unhappy! You are old, o-l-d, get over it. Single Vision: If you are a routine prescription and you wear single vision glasses and you cannot see well out of your new prescription then chances are excellent that you need the Rx tweaked closer to what you were wearing previously and liked. Have your optician: Check the actual glasses Rx to the Rx written on your doctor’s prescription form. NOT to what they wrote on the job order form. Make sure it was filled correctly. Opticians are human and we make mistakes. Check the Rx against your old pair of glasses for any unusual discrepancies. They should look for large differences in axis, PD, OC, and cylinder power. Check your new pair of glasses with your old and have them adjust them to fit as close to the old ones as possible. Note: In very rare instances a change in material can cause problems with an Rx. Lined Bi-Focals and Lined Tri-Focals: If you wear a fairly routine prescription and you wear a lined bi-focal or lined trifocal and cannot see out of a new Rx then you will need your optician to run through the same checklist as above for single vision. However if the line is placed too high or too low they simply need to remake the glasses. Note: The height can often be adjusted a few millimeters up and down with the nose-pads on a wire or metal frame. Lenses made too high or low in a plastic frame MUST be remade. Progressives: After ruling out the checklist above for single vision: Every progressive lens has special embedded proprietary markings and an individual fitting layout chart. They should use those marks and highlight them with a special pen. Then check that the lens measurements match those written on the job order form. Only then should they put the glasses on you and look at how they align with your eyes. Common errors (we are human) are fitting the distance area too high or too low or missing that one eye is much higher or lower than the other. There is a special catalog with all the proprietary markings that tells an ECP what progressive lens you have including the material it was made from. If you have worn progressive lenses before but cannot get used to your new ones it may be the design. Ask your optician to put you back in what you were wearing before or as close as they can get. As you age and your add power goes up, +1.25 to +1.50 to +1.75 to +2.00 the distortion in the rest of a progressive lens will increase. Sorry, that is just the way it is – you cannot overcome physics. Add powers over +2.00 are guaranteed to have some annoying distortion. If you are new to progressives be sure to try them a few weeks before giving up. If the motivation is there you may even want to try another design, perhaps even from a different company and maybe even from a different store. If you just cannot get used to them the store should put you in a pair of single vision or a lined bifocal instead. There should be no charge for the change but no money returned either. Consumers Guide To Buying Glasses Glossary of Common Optical Terms Any reputable optician or ECP should be able to explain, in simple terms, what you are buying. Here is a list I am compiling of terms you are likely to hear when you go to your doctor’s office or optical shop. Aspheric: A lens that is designed with special curves that makes the lens thinner, lighter and provides better vision. Astigmatism: All it means is that your eye’s cornea has two different curves on it. It is a scary sounding word for a very simple refractive condition. For a full explanation of astigmatism and axis you will need to become a member. Plastic: Virtually all eyeglass lenses are now a type of plastic. A lens called “plastic” is one made from a material called CR-39. It is heavy and quite thick but is quite good for lower prescriptions, tinting and optics. High-Index: A material that provides the thinnest (NOT LIGHTEST) possible lens for higher prescriptions. High-index lenses will have a number from 1.60 to 1.74. The higher the number the thinner the lens should be. Trivex: A lens material that is lightweight, and has great optics. But – Can be quite thick in higher prescriptions. Progressive & Transition — Transitions Lenses®: Is a brand name for lenses that darken when you go outdoors. Transitions (the word) has become a generic term for darkening lenses. Darkening lenses are an excellent choice for anyone who frequently goes from inside to outside. Darkening lenses do not stay dark in a car so they DO NOT replace sunglasses. Progressives: Also incorrectly called no-line bifocals or no-line trifocals. These are lenses that provide the full range of vision from distance to intermediate to near with no visible lines. Polycarbonate: A thin, lightweight, lens material with fair optics. Polycarbonate is used in over 80% of all eyeglasses because of its low wholesale cost and low weight. It is NOT a high-index lens and it is NOT the thinnest lens available. Polycarbonate once coated is NOT safe, impact resistant or offer any kind of special protection. Non-Glare: Also called anti-reflective or AR is a special coating that allows more light to enter the eye. More light = More sight. Single Vision: A lens for one fixed distance, not a bifocal, trifocal or progressive lens. Distance: A lens or prescription for distance viewing only: Examples, driving, watching a football match, sightseeing. Intermediate: A lens or prescription for intermediate viewing or roughly at, or just beyond, arms length: Examples, computer screen, grocery items on the shelf, sheet music on a stand. Near: A lens or prescription for near work or less than arms length: Examples, threading a needle, reading fine print, removing a splinter. Computer Progressive: Also called office progressive. A progressive style lens designed for only intermediate and near work. An office progressive will allow comfortable intermediate viewing with the head in its natural position. These only work in the office environment! Free-Form: (Digital) (“3D”) A special computer generated technique of making a lens that provides the best vision. Lens may require special measurements be taken. Digital: (Free-Form) (“3D”) A special computer generated technique of making a lens that provides the best vision. Temple: You might call it a “stem”. The piece that holds the front of the glasses the chassis that goes back to your ear. Prism: A technique using the eyeglass lens to alter the position of an image being viewed so it appears to your brain that it is in the correct place and in the same position as the other eye sees it. PD: Patient PD or patient pupillary distance. The measurement between the center of the eyes (actually the eye’s visual axis). Can be measured from eye to eye called binocularly or from center of nose to center of eye for right and left called monocularly. Important in high prescriptions and for progressive lenses, not so important in lower prescriptions. Fitting Height: The vertical measurement of where the distance portion of a progressive lens will be fit. Unique for every different set of glasses and every individual person. Polarized: Polarized: A sunglass lens that has a special polarizing filter. The energy that we perceive as light travels in both horizontal and vertical waves. A polarizing filter cancels or blocks the energy moving along the horizontal plane, or the light that we perceive as glare.

Firstly let me say that we are not writing this post to sound like we are the experts or the founders of knowledge in the optical field, we are just writing from observation and experience dealing with blue light blocking lenses and the people that need them in our region. We have also gathered research data from our suppliers. WHAT IS BLUE LIGHT? Blue light is found in sunlight and is necessary for keeping us energized and awake, while also helping to regulate our circadian rhythm. Blue light on the visible light spectrum is shorter in wavelength (between 380-500 nanometers) and has the highest energy of all visible light (about 3.1 electron volts per photon). But that’s not the type of blue light we’re talking about. The issue arises when blue light comes from artificial sources in large, unwanted quantities. Both UV light and blue light can be harmful depending on how much exposure one has to them; and the damage the cause accrues over time. You may have noticed that most sunglasses have a UV rating, which describes their ability to block UVA and UVB rays, and also works to limit the negative impact of blue light. This isn’t new science; we’ve known about the problems of blue light for decades, and we’ve been working to mitigate the effects. Source: https://www.jins.com/us/blog/do-blue-light-glasses-really-work Do blue light glasses really work? HOW DO BLUE BLOCK LENSES WORK? One might wonder if we even need a new light-filtering pair of lenses on the market — after all, many of us own a pair of sunglasses, and they do an extremely effective job of protecting our eyes already. Sunglasses that block 100% of UV light are essential to protecting the parts of the eye that could lead to cataracts, snow blindness, pinguecula (non-cancerous bumps on the eyeball), and pterygium (also known as Surfer’s Eye). All of these things are prevented through the constant use of UV sunglasses, but you can’t exactly go around wearing sunglasses at work and home all day. More importantly, there are key differences between the two when it comes to design and functionality. Most neutral sunglasses will filter all light equally rather than blue light specifically by using an antireflective coating. By contrast, blue light glasses use special materials in the lens, which absorbs most of the blue light that would otherwise pass through almost entirely unimpeded to your retina. In doing so, blue light lenses provide the benefit of filtering the damaging spectrum you’re actually exposed to at home and at work, but without dimming the rest of the world around you. BLUE LIGHT GLASSES: EFFECTIVE SOLUTION OR TOTAL GIMMICK? We cannot answer that question with a straight answer. First lets discuss the wording - blue block lenses. the wording is deceptive because literally it sounds like glasses that block all blue light and give the world warmer tones. Blue filter lenses come in all types of brands and naming. Some of the words used are Blue-cut, blue-block, blu-bloc, blu-block, blue guard, blue select, blue shield and total blue. These are intended primarily for filtering a specific wavelength of high energy violet (HEV) light that is harmful. Some do the whole job while others basically look like they are. First let us break down the different products that fall into the 'blue light lenses' category. 'Blue Block' Antiglare Coating: Anti-glare coatings that advertise that they block bluelight can be usually easily identified by a bluish or purplish hue. They only block up to a maximum of 30% of harmful blue rays.* Blue light is not harmful to humans, but prolonged exposure to sources of blue light that emit invisible light in the blue spectrum are harmful. Digital devices LED Screens, lights and fluorescent lighting are among the most common sources. Blue Light coatings only appear Blue Filter Lens Materials: There are lens materials that have the capability to filter out up to 90% the harmful high energy violet light rays. These materials come in a variety of lens indexes. The lenses can have a very faint gray blue cast to them. When testing the lenses using a UV light they appear to block it entirely. Most UV lenses block that form of light very effectively but it is mostly invisible. Which one is right for me? Lenses that can filter the right type of blue light and will be available in every material and style combination are not available yet. But they will soon be available. Because of this sometimes you cannot get complete protection in your lenses. Here are some ways to determine which types of lenses are better. The quick yet less effective substitute - A blue block Anti-glare coating can be used on lens materials, colors, or multi-focal lenses that are not available with the filtering built into the material. These coatings usually have a blue or violet or in some cases a orange hue and can be more noticeable than other types of anti-glare coating. As outlined earlier, you won't be getting full protection from the light exposure received while using devices with electronic screens. Even though there is less protection, some people find the appearance of these lenses attractive and will choose this option because of this. This type of Anti-glare coating can actually be less effective in reducing glare in bright overhead lighting and can be more prone to directing bothersome blue reflections into the eye. The complete package - In most other cases a lens with built-in protection can be sourced. Because these lenses are relatively new they are available in a less diverse range of colors and materials. They can also cost more because of the added feature built in. The lens you need should be able to filter blue light in the 400 - 420nm spectrum. I just got blue-blocking lenses - so how do I know? Make sure you ask your lens provider to prove to you that the lenses you are receiving will block this type of light and ask for a demonstration. A Demonstration usually can be performed using a laser with a blue beam. Lenses that perform as advertised will cut the transmission of the light used in the demonstration. A lens that doesn't stop this may appear to reduce the intensity of the light but not stop it completely. This is ok, but only if your optician or eye doctor has explained this to you already. 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How to Keep Eyeglasses From Slipping Down Your Nose Wearing glasses can be a hassle, especially when they keep slipping down your nose. This can be especially annoying when you're trying to do something that requires you to move your head around a lot, like exercising or playing sports. There are a few things you can do to keep your glasses from slipping down your nose. 1. Choose the right size glasses. The most important thing is to make sure that your glasses fit you properly. If your glasses are too big, they'll be more likely to slip down your nose. If your glasses are too small, they'll be uncomfortable to wear and may even cause headaches. 2. Adjust the nose pads. Most glasses have adjustable nose pads. These pads can be moved up or down to create a better fit. If your glasses are slipping down your nose, try adjusting the nose pads until they're in the right position. 3. Use a rubber nose pad gripper. A rubber nose pad gripper is a small, adhesive strip that attaches to the bridge of your nose. This strip creates extra friction, which helps to keep your glasses from slipping down. 4. Use a hair tie. Another option is to use a hair tie. Simply wrap the hair tie around the temples of your glasses, just above the ears. This will help to keep the glasses in place. 5. Apply makeup or wax to your nose. If you have a particularly oily nose, your glasses may be more likely to slip down. You can apply a small amount of makeup or wax to your nose to create more friction. This will help to keep your glasses in place. 6. See an optician. If you've tried all of the above and your glasses are still slipping down your nose, you may need to see an optician. They may be able to adjust your glasses or recommend a different pair of glasses that will fit you better. Conclusion There are a few things you can do to keep your glasses from slipping down your nose. By following these tips, you can keep your glasses in place and avoid the hassle of having to constantly push them up. Additional Tips If you sweat a lot, your glasses may be more likely to slip down. You can try using a sweatband or headband to keep your glasses in place. If you have a high or low bridge on your nose, you may need to choose a pair of glasses that is specifically designed for your facial features. If you have a small face, you may need to choose a pair of glasses with smaller frames. If you have a large face, you may need to choose a pair of glasses with larger frames. By following these tips, you can find a pair of glasses that fits you properly and will stay in place. In addition to the tips above, there are a few other things you can do to keep your glasses from slipping down your nose. For example, you can try using a lens cloth to clean your glasses regularly. This will help to remove any dirt or oil that may be causing your glasses to slip. You can also try using a different type of nose pad. Some nose pads are made of a softer material that may grip your nose better. If you're still having trouble with your glasses slipping down, you may want to consider getting a new pair of glasses. When you get new glasses, be sure to try them on before you buy them. This will help you to make sure that they fit you properly and that they won't slip down. I hope this helps! #glasses #eyeglasses #eyewear #glassesslipping #glassesnotstayingon #glassesfallingdown #howtokeepglassesfromslipping #howtokeepglasseson #glasseshacks #glassestips #nosepads #rubbernosepadgripper #hairtie #makeup #wax #sweatband #headband #optician #optometrist

Anti-glare coating is a thin layer that is applied to the surface of eyeglasses lenses to reduce glare. Glare is caused by light reflecting off of the surface of the lenses, which can make it difficult to see. Anti-glare coating helps to reduce glare by absorbing or scattering the light, which makes it easier to see through the lenses. Anti-glare coating typically lasts for about 2 years. However, the lifespan of the coating can vary depending on how well you care for your glasses. If you take good care of your glasses, the coating should last longer. If you expose your glasses to harsh chemicals or wear them in high-humidity environments, the coating may wear off sooner. If you live in the Caribbean or another area with high humidity, you may need to have your anti-glare coating reapplied more often. The coating can be damaged by moisture, so it's important to keep your glasses clean and dry. Here are some factors that can affect the lifespan of anti-glare coating: The type of coating: There are different types of anti-glare coating, and some types are more durable than others. How well you care for your glasses: If you take good care of your glasses, the coating should last longer. The environment: If you live in an area with high humidity or exposure to harsh chemicals, the coating may wear off sooner. If you're concerned about the lifespan of your anti-glare coating, talk to your eye doctor. They can help you choose the right type of coating and give you tips on how to care for your glasses. Latest Known Data About Anti-Glare Coating In recent years, there have been some advances in the technology of anti-glare coating. Newer coatings are more durable and can last longer than older coatings. Additionally, some new coatings offer additional benefits, such as UV protection or scratch resistance. If you're considering getting anti-glare coating for your glasses, it's a good idea to talk to your eye doctor about the different options available. They can help you choose the right type of coating for your needs and lifestyle. Conclusion Anti-glare coating is a valuable addition to any pair of eyeglasses. It can improve your vision, reduce eye strain, and make your glasses look better. If you're considering getting anti-glare coating, be sure to talk to your eye doctor about the different options available. Here are some additional tips for caring for your anti-glare coating: Clean your glasses regularly: Use a mild soap and water solution to clean your glasses. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners, as these can damage the coating. Store your glasses in a case: When you're not wearing your glasses, store them in a case. This will help to protect the lenses from scratches and damage. Avoid exposing your glasses to harsh environments: Avoid exposing your glasses to harsh chemicals, high humidity, or extreme temperatures. These conditions can damage the coating. By following these tips, you can help to extend the lifespan of your anti-glare coating and keep your glasses looking their best. #antiglarecoating #antiglare #eyeglasses #eyecare #caribbean #humidity #glare #vision #eyehealth #eyewear #eyesight #eyedoctor #careforyoureyes #protectyoureyes #seeclearly #seetheworld #seebetter

5 things you must know before you go and how to ensure you are getting it done right. What to Expect at Your Eye Doctor Visit An eye doctor visit can be a bit daunting, especially if you've never had one before. But don't worry, there's no need to be afraid. Here's what you can expect during your eye doctor visit: What Happens Before Your Appointment Before your appointment, you'll need to provide some basic information to your eye doctor, such as your medical history and any current medications you're taking. You may also be asked about your family history of eye problems. If this is your first time seeing this eye doctor, you'll also need to provide a copy of your most recent eyeglass or contact lens prescription. What Happens During Your Appointment Your eye doctor will start by asking you about your vision and any changes you've noticed. They'll then perform a series of tests to assess your vision and eye health. These tests may include: Refraction test: This test measures the focusing power of your eyes. Visual acuity test: This test measures how well you can see at different distances. Ophthalmoscopy: This test allows your eye doctor to look at the inside of your eye. Dilation test: This test uses eye drops to widen your pupils, so your eye doctor can get a better look at the back of your eye. What Happens After Your Appointment After your eye doctor has completed your exam, they'll discuss the results with you. They may recommend that you make changes to your glasses or contact lens prescription, or they may refer you to a specialist if they find any problems with your eye health. What to Bring to Your Eye Doctor Visit Here's a list of things you should bring to your eye doctor visit: Your insurance card Your identification Your method of payment Your most recent eyeglass or contact lens prescription Any other relevant medical records Sunglasses (if you're having your pupils dilated) What to Expect After Your Eye Doctor Visit If you have any questions or concerns after your eye doctor visit, don't hesitate to ask your doctor. They'll be happy to answer your questions and help you understand your results. Tips for a Successful Eye Doctor Visit Here are a few tips to help you have a successful eye doctor visit: Get a good night's sleep before your appointment. This will help you be more alert and focused during your exam. Eat a light breakfast before your appointment. This will help you avoid feeling nauseous during the dilation test. Bring a list of your current medications. This will help your eye doctor avoid prescribing any medications that could interact with your current medications. Be honest with your eye doctor about your vision and any changes you've noticed. The more information you can provide, the better your eye doctor will be able to assess your vision and eye health. Ask questions. If you don't understand something, don't be afraid to ask your eye doctor to explain it to you. Conclusion An eye doctor visit can be a bit daunting, but it's important to make regular appointments to see your eye doctor. This will help you catch any potential eye problems early, when they're most easily treated. By following the tips above, you can have a successful eye doctor visit and ensure that your vision is in good health. Here are some additional things to keep in mind: Eye doctor visits are covered by most vision insurance plans. However, you may have to pay a co-pay. If you're over 40, you should have an eye exam every year. If you have any risk factors for eye diseases, you may need to have more frequent exams. If you have any concerns about your vision, don't wait to see an eye doctor. Early detection and treatment of eye problems is essential for preserving your vision.