Always Have A Case!

Having a glasses case is one of the most important things you can do to care for your glasses correctly. Whenever you take off your glasses, always put them safely into the glasses case with the lenses facing up.

If glasses are stored inside the case, they will not be likely to be inadvertently knocked off, have anything sat on top of them, and will not be as prone to being bent or twisted.

Glasses are made to be as durable as possible, but there are limitations on the ability of the lenses and the frames to withstand pressure or forces.

A case will protect the glasses any time they are not on your face and reduce the risk of damage

Use a Cleaning Cloth

To clean your glasses, it is sometimes easy to simply use a tissue or your shirt, but it is much better for the glasses to be cleaned with a proper cleaning cloth.

These cleaning cloths are designed to remove dirt and debris from the lenses without scratching the lenses.

By using a cleaning cloth and a proper glasses cleaning solution, you will reduce the risk of scratching the lenses.

Also, by cleaning your glasses frequently, you can improve the overall quality of your vision!

Don’t Try to Adjust Your Own Glasses

Glasses are very complex to fit properly. If your glasses are not fitting properly, it can be tempting to try to adjust or bend the glasses yourself.

But this can be a major issue and one of the easiest ways to break your glasses. Adjusting glasses requires fine details and the appropriate precautions.

An optician is trained to adjust and repair glasses in a way that will not damage the glasses.

If your glasses need to be adjusted, it is best to schedule a repair or adjustment with an optician or eye doctor.

Don’t Touch Your Lenses

On our fingertips, there are oils and dirt that can deposit on the lenses if you touch the lenses.

When handling your glasses, pick them up by the frame and try to avoid touching the lenses themselves.

By reducing the amount of debris or oil on the lens, it will prevent damage to the lenses and make sure that the vision is the clearest through the glasses.

If you notice fingerprints or smudges on the lenses, you should try to clean them with a cleaning cloth and cleaning spray.

Always Have a Backup Pair of Glasses

Having a backup pair of glasses is essential to avoid having to alter your glasses in a bind.

If you require glasses full time, having a back up pair will allow you to wear the back up pair of glasses and have the primary pair repaired properly.

Often, a back up pair of glasses can be an older prescription pair of glasses that still provide clear vision.

The back up pair of glasses provides a way to always have clear vision and never have to resort to finding alternative solutions like glue, tape, or other adhesives.

Our eye doctor at Local Eyes Optometry in New Braunfels, TX excels in prescription of glasses, contact lenses and the diagnosis of a variety of eye diseases. Call our optometrist at (830) 627-9272 or schedule an eye exam appointment online if you would like to learn more about proper care of your glasses or if you need them adjusted. Our eye doctor, Dr. Marcus Page, provides the highest quality optometry services and eye exams in New Braunfels, Texas.