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The primary goal of Northern Lights Eye Care in Anchorage, AK, is to help you see better. This includes fitting your prescription to whichever form of eyewear is the most comfortable for you. For some, that is a great pair of eyeglasses, and for others, it is more convenient to wear contact lenses.

Before you decide which form of vision correction works best for you, Northern Lights Eye Care would like to provide you with the pros and cons of both contact lenses and glasses so you can better choose your designated eyewear:

  • Contact Lenses Pros: Contacts go directly on to your eye, so there is nothing obstructing your peripheral vision and you will have a wider field of vision. Wearing contacts also allows you to participate in sports and other outdoor activities without the fear of your glasses falling off or breaking. Contact lenses also come in different colors, so you can change your eye color with new lenses.
  • Glasses Pros: Glasses require very little cleaning and maintenance. There is no need to touch your eyes to wear them, which decreases your risk of developing an eye infection. Since they do not have to be replaced as often, glasses tend to be less expensive than contacts in the long run. Finally, glasses make a great fashion accessory and come in a variety of shapes and colors to best express your personality.contact-lenses-anchorage-ak
  • Contact Lenses Cons: If not properly maintained and worn correctly, contacts can cause a number of problems. These include dry eye syndrome, computer vision syndrome, and serious eye infections or diseases. Also, since contact lenses are disposable, it is more costly to continually replace them.
  • Glasses Cons: Glasses can distort your peripheral vision, and a new prescription change can cause your vision to become blurry while your eyes adjust to the new pair. For those with strong prescriptions, glasses require thick lenses. The pressure caused by the nose rim and arms of the glasses can be particularly uncomfortable. 

Northern Lights Eye Care has eyeglasses and contact lenses to match all comfort levels and personalities. To schedule an eye exam and get your new prescription, call them today at (907) 276-3937. To learn more about their other vision services, visit this Anchorage eye doctor online

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