Eyeglasses
Tired of the hassles of constantly dealing with the hassles of eyeglasses? Many who have turned to LASIK as an alternative vision correction option.
If you are under the age of 40, LASIK can eliminate your need for prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses for a long period of time. However, while many LASIK patients achieve 20/20 vision after surgery it's important to remember that some patients will still find a need to wear prescription eyeglasses after surgery. So it's important to know what options are available in both men's eyeglass frames and women's eyeglass frames.
Comfort, fit and durability are the features most often desired in men's eyeglass frames. Metals and spring hinges in particular are popular among men.
In women's eyeglass frames the look may be more important than the fit. Women tend to follow fashion trends in their wardrobes and eyeglasses are no exception. Styles will typically mirror the changes in clothing styles each Spring and Fall.
Prescription eyeglasses may become a necessity after LASIK for those patients who are experiencing problems with presbyopia. Presbyopia is a normal age-related loss of near vision as the cornea ages and becomes less flexible. Bifocals have been around for many years for people over 40 who are experiencing presbyopia. Bifocals are available both for contact lens wearers as well as eyeglass wearers.
If you do have to wear prescription eyeglasses after LASIK you'll need to keep in mind the importance of protecting your eyes from prolonged sun exposure. Photochromic lenses would be an ideal choice. These lenses darken when exposed to sunlight and lighten when indoors. They usually also shield your eyes from dangerous UV rays.
Safety should be taken into consideration as well. Polycarbonate lenses are thinner and lighter than regular plastic lenses and combine lightweight comfort with impact resistance.
Lens coatings can enhance the performance and appearance of your eyeglass lenses. The most popular options are anti-reflective coatings, scratch resistance coatings, anti-fog coatings and UV treatments.
Whether you're considering eyeglasses or LASIK, cost is always an important consideration. Vision insurance plans can offset the costs of whatever vision correction option you choose. Plans are usually available through the health insurance offered by employers.
To keep your eyes healthy and your vision strong, you'll want to get regular eye exams from your eye doctor. These eye exams will usually eye tests to determine what, if any, vision correction you'll require.
Need More Eyeglass Information?
For more in-depth information on eyeglasses, please visit the Consumer Guide to Eyeglasses.