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If you’ve recently received a prescription for eyewear, you may be deciding between glasses and contact lenses. Each has unique benefits, but the decision is ultimately a personal preference. As you weigh your options, here are a few characteristics of each to consider.

A Guide to Choosing Between Glasses & Contacts

Glasses

This eyewear has several unique benefits. First, they’re ideal for anyone uncomfortable touching their eyes. They’re also available in a wide range of styles, and many use it as a unique personal accessory. Also, some lenses have UV coatings to shield your eyes from the sun’s harmful rays. If you spend considerable time at the computer, opt for a glare-resistant layer. Because you won’t replace them as often as contacts, they also tend to be an economical option. As a physical barrier, this eyewear also protects against windblown dust and debris.

Of course, you can misplace or break glasses, especially if you enjoy exercising or traveling. You should always have a spare pair nearby. Moreover, some people don’t find them to be comfortable. They sit on the nose for many hours of the day and can also distort peripheral vision.

Contacts

glassesIndividuals with an active lifestyle tend to prefer contacts. They won’t slip off or get in the way during contact sports or outdoor activities, so you won’t worry about losing or breaking them. There are also many varieties available today, including daily disposables, which you throw away after one use. Because they conform to your eye’s natural shape, they also produce fewer distortions than glasses would.

One caveat of contacts is that they require daily maintenance. If you choose not to use daily disposables, you must disinfect them and take them out before bedtime to minimize the risk of infection. You can wear some extended-wear varieties continuously for up to 30 days, however.

 

Whether you choose glasses, contact lenses, or both, Eye Care Locale will help you find the perfect solution to meet your needs. With a wide range of frames and lenses along with leading contact lens brands, this facility has options to suit your preferences for comfort, aesthetics, and visual acuity. Explore their products online now or call (937) 222-2452 to schedule an appointment.

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