Fargo, ND
Your glasses can make a statement and say a lot about your personality. Getting new glasses is an exciting experience, and it all starts with a visit to your optometrist to get a comprehensive eye exam for an updated prescription.
Getting your new glasses is just the first step, but adjusting to them can take some time. Let’s explore how to adjust to your new glasses and how your optometrist can help!
Before getting your new glasses, the first step is scheduling a comprehensive eye exam with your optometrist. It’s recommended that adults have a comprehensive eye examination yearly to monitor any developing issues.
Eye exams are a powerful tool to check for refractive errors such as:
Refractive errors occur when light entering the eye isn’t focusing correctly on the retina resulting in blurry or unclear vision at different distances.
However, eye exams are about more than just updating your prescription—they also allow your optometrist to assess your overall eye health and monitor the development of eye disease. Eye diseases can come in many forms, and early diagnosis and treatment are essential.
Your optometrist will use diagnostic technology to get a detailed look at your eyes and check for any irregularities or causes for concern. These diagnostic methods include:
These diagnostic methods allow for a high-definition look at your eyes and help your optometrist form a personalized treatment plan if needed.
Now that you know what to expect during your eye exam, the fun part is picking out new glasses that match your unique personality. Let’s explore the process and how you can get used to new glasses!
Following your eye exam, you’ll get the opportunity to browse a wide selection of unique frames. Whether you’re looking for high-end designer frames that will suit your style for work or leisure needs, your optometrist’s office has you covered.
The staff at your optometrist’s office can help you find the frames that compliment your look and personality. If you need some extra help finding the right frames, you can opt to fill out a personalized glasses survey to help narrow down your search.
The personalized glasses survey takes your preference into account and helps your optician find the right frames to match your personality.
Getting used to your new frames is a matter of taking them for a spin. It can take some time to get used to new glasses, especially if you’ve received an updated prescription. The good news is that picking out your frames is a personalized experience with your preference in mind.
Your optician will provide maintenance services for your glasses, including adjustments and cleaning to help keep your glasses in top condition.
Proper care and repair are essential when you start wearing some new frames. If you feel some discomfort, it’s important to visit your optician to get the necessary adjustments.
Progressive lenses are one of the most popular multifocal options for a reason. Many people over the age of 40 prefer progressives to regular reading glasses because they allow you to have a reading prescription at the bottom and a neutral prescription at the top.
You’ll be able to wear your glasses all day without having to remove them to see far away. And, unlike bifocals, the reading correction on a progressive isn’t as visible, making it a good cosmetic choice.
Even though progressive lenses allow you to see clearly at both close and far distances, they aren’t for everyone. Some people never get used to using them. If this happens to you, you may experience dizziness, depth perception issues, and peripheral distortion.
The only way to find out if progressive lenses are right for you is to try them on and see how your eyes react. If you haven’t adjusted after two weeks, your optometrist may need to change the strength of your lens. If your problems persist, a bifocal lens may be a better option for you.
If you have any questions about progressive lenses, or would like to see frame options available at McCulley Optix Gallery, Book an appointment with us today!
Posted in Eyewear, Frames & Lenses
Dr. McCulley graduated with honor from Boston College in 1997 with a bachelor of science and a major in Spanish and pre-medical studies. She then went on to study optometry and graduated with honors from the Southern College of Optometry in 2001. She has past experience from the University of Minnesota Department of Ophthalmology fitting specialty contact lenses and working with low vision patients. Dr. McCulley is experienced in pediatrics and has a keen interest in treating dry eye.
567 32nd Ave E
Fargo, ND 58078, USA
Phone: 701.373.2020
Email: info@optixgallery.com
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You can find us just west of Veterans Boulevard on 32nd Ave E. Heading west, take the second left after Veteran’s Boulevard. We are on the south side of the street.
567 32nd Ave E
Fargo, ND 58078, USA
567 32nd Ave E
Fargo, ND 58078, USA
Phone: 701.373.2020
Email: info@optixgallery.com
Copyright All Rights Reserved