What Should I Consider When Buying New Glasses?

Buying new glasses is about more than just updating your prescription - it’s about choosing eyewear that fits your lifestyle, enhances your vision, and feels comfortable day after day. At Downtown Vision, we help guide you through every step so you can feel confident in your choice. Here are the key factors to consider when selecting your next pair.

Start With High-Quality Frames

Your frames set the foundation for comfort, durability, and style. High-quality frames make all the difference, especially if you wear your glasses daily. Look for:

• Durable materials: Acetate, stainless steel, titanium, and flexible memory metals tend to last longer and feel more comfortable.

• Proper fit: Frames should rest comfortably on your bridge, align with your eye position, and sit securely without sliding.

• Style that feels like you: Whether you prefer bold, classic, minimal, or modern, your frames should complement your personality - and your face shape.

Investing in well-made frames ensures your glasses hold up to everyday life without constant adjustments.

Consider Your Lifestyle

Your daily routine should influence your eyewear choice. Think about:

• How much time you spend on screens

• Whether you work outdoors

• If you prefer lightweight or bold styles

• Whether you need glasses that can handle busy or active days

Your optician can help you match your frames and lenses to your day-to-day needs.

Choose the Right Type of Lenses

Your lenses are the most important part of your glasses. The right lens type ensures you see clearly at every distance.

• Single Vision Lenses: Great for correcting distance or near vision only. These are ideal for everyday tasks like driving or reading.

• Progressive Lenses: Perfect if you need help seeing at multiple distances without switching between pairs. They provide a smooth, natural transition between near, intermediate, and far vision.

• Computer or Office Lenses: Designed for reducing strain during extended screen use. These are great if you spend much of your day working at a desk.

Choosing the correct lens type depends on your prescription, lifestyle, and daily visual demands.

Don’t Forget About Lens Coatings

Lens coatings enhance clarity, comfort, and durability. The right coating can significantly improve how well your glasses perform.

• Anti-Reflective (AR) Coating: Reduces glare from screens, headlights, and overhead lighting. This makes your lenses look nearly invisible and gives you sharper vision.

• Blue Light Filter: Helps minimize digital eye strain during long hours on phones, computers, or tablets.

• Scratch-Resistant Coating: Protects your lenses from everyday wear and tear.

• UV Protection: Blocks harmful ultraviolet light to protect your eyes from long-term damage.

These enhancements ensure your lenses stay clearer and more comfortable throughout the day.

Ready to find Your Next Pair of Glasses?

Choosing new glasses is an opportunity to improve both your vision and your comfort. With the right frames, lens type, and coatings, you can enjoy clear, effortless vision that fits your lifestyle. At Downtown Vision, we guide you through all these choices to help you find glasses you’ll love wearing every day.

Schedule your comprehensive eye exam with Downtown Vision to find eyewear that looks great and supports your vision needs. Please call our Reno office at (775) 322-4061 or our Carson City office at  (775) 883-3977 to book an appointment today.