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It’s not something you always think about, but clear vision is essential. There are plenty of options out there, and the two most popular solutions are contact lenses and glasses. But which should you choose?

The opticians at Cook Inlet Eyewear in Anchorage, AK, want to provide a list of pros and cons for each to help you make the best decision for your eyes:

Contact Lenses

Pros:

  • Fit: Contact lenses are designed to fit the curvature of your eyes, expanding your field of vision and causing fewer distortions than glasses.
  • Convenience: The lenses stay in your eyes, so you don’t have to worry about them if you’re an active person. They won’t fall out during sports matches or while you’re exercising.
  • Consistency: Unlike glasses, contact lenses won’t fog up when the weather or environment changes.

Cons:

  • Dry Eyes: Contacts reduce the amount of oxygen to the eye, and they can cause or worsen the effects of dry eye in some people. 
  • Proper Care: You must remove and clean your contacts every night to avoid eye infections and other issues.
  • Bed Time: Contacts should be removed before bed so you don’t wake up with gritty, irritated eyes. If you tend to fall asleep accidentally on the couch, consider extended wear lenses or go with glasses.

Glasses

Pros:

  • glassesSensitive Solved: For those with sensitive eyes, a pair of glasses is often better, helping you avoid irritation and dry eye.
  • Cheaper: Glasses are often cheaper than contacts in the long term. As long as you don’t break them, they won’t have to be replaced as often, and new lenses can fit into your old frames, should your prescription change.
  • Protective: Glasses tend to protect your eyes from the wind, dust, or debris.

Cons:

  • Thick Glasses: Some lenses can distort the look and shape of your eyes, making them appear smaller or larger.
  • Environmental Issues: Glasses are affected by the elements. They can fog up or become blurry due to changing temperatures and weather conditions.
  • Under Pressure: Some glasses can create excess pressure on the bridge of the nose or behind the ears. For some, this creates headaches or other issues.

Whether you choose to wear contacts or glasses, or a combination of the two, the opticians at Cook Inlet Eyewear can help. The vision center has a large selection of eyeglass frames, reading glasses, and even colored contacts, so you can choose the best option for your eyes. For more information, visit the website or call (907) 276-1021 to make an appointment.

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