Archive for September, 2009
How to Read an Eyeglass Prescription
When you have your eye exam and the doctor gives you a copy of your eyeglass prescription, do you know how to read it? What does OD, OS, and OU mean?
An eyeglass prescription is written in a standardized format with standardized notation so it c...
Why Use Eyeglass Lenses?
A necessary part of having a pair of eyeglasses is the lenses. Lenses are made from three basic materials: plastic, glass, and polycarbonate. Plastic, the widely used material for lenses and it is stain resistant and lightweight but limited to simply ...
A Guide For Choosing Designer Eyeglasses for Men
When it comes to designer eyeglasses, men and women are in need in different styles, shapes and colors. This guide is intended to help our wonderful men to pick out the right designer eyeglasses or sunglasses frames for their everyday use.
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Eyeglass Cases Are Not Just For Storing Eyewear
Ask anyone on the street about eyeglass cases and the first thing they will think about are the rather ordinary looking pouches that their eyeglass retailer gives them when they purchase a new pair. What they don’t realize is that nowadays, eye ...
Is 20-20 Vision Necessary?
The standard eyeglass prescription’s aim is to give a person 20/20 vision. This formula is based on an arbitrary measurement developed by Hermann Snellen in 1862 and is much too strong. Except for students looking at the blackboard, when was the...
Make Your Eyewear Last Longer With Proper Care, Cleaning, And Repair
If you wear any kind of eyeglasses, then you don’t need to be told how expensive they can be. No, we’re not just talking about branded eyewear, but even un-branded eye glasses can cost a pretty penny, which is why it is important that you get the ...
