Whether you use them to read the newspaper or see the tiny words printed on a digital presentation, you rely on your prescription glasses every day. To ensure they continue to serve you for years to come, you need to take proper care of them. Today, the expert eye doctors from Northern Lights Eye Care in Anchorage, AK, will explain how to clean and care for your glasses so that they last. 

Before wiping or cleaning your eyeglasses, always rinse them in a little bit of water. Even if you use the right type of cloth, your lenses may be vulnerable to tiny scratches from dust or debris. If you opt to use a spray to clean them, always use varieties recommended by your eye doctor. Since household cleaners can damage your lenses’ delicate coating, they should always be avoided. When it comes time to wipe your frames—stay away from the tissues, napkins, paper towels, shirtsleeves, or dish towels. Any of these materials are liable to cause scratching. Instead, use a microfiber cloth. If you don’t have one, ask your eye doctor about obtaining one. While you’re cleaning, hold your glasses by the bridge of the nose to avoid accidentally bending or breaking them.

When you’re not using your glasses, always store them in a sturdy eyeglass case. This will help prevent dust from accumulating on your lenses and keep them from being crushed, bent, or broken. You might think they’re safe on your nightstand but accidentally knock them off, bending or mangling them. To make sure they’re safe wherever you go, consider having a few eyeglass cases in various places, such as in your bathroom and vehicle. 

Follow these key steps, and your glasses should continue supporting you day after day. To learn more about maintaining healthy vision, call Northern Lights Eye Care today at (907) 276-3937, or visit the website.