If you’ve never purchased a pair of eyeglasses before, you might not be prepared for all of the add-ons and options you’ll be offered. The team of optometrists from Wing Eyecare in Cincinnati, OH, created this guide to help prepare you for the experience of shopping for fashionable, affordable glasses that suit both your needs and your style.

Here are their top three tips for buying glasses:

• Ask To Try Out Add-Ons: Many stores offer options like polarized lenses, high-index plastic, and polycarbonate lenses. If you’re not sure what you want, ask to try on frames and lenses that have the add-ons and then compare them to more sparse frames and lenses without the add-ons. Some people notice a massive difference and feel the additional cost is worthwhile, and other people don’t. It all comes down to personal preference.
• Consider The Amount Of Time You’ll Spend Wearing Them: If you wear your glasses every day or almost every day, it may be worthwhile to go for top-of-the-line everything. Things like anti-reflective coatings, for example, can make a big difference in your appearance, but if you only wear your glasses while you’re reading in bed (or when you run out of contacts) those extras probably aren’t necessary.
• Be Realistic About Care: If you’re the type of person that tosses your glasses on your bedside table or throws them in a drawer without a case, you might want to spring for anti-scratch lenses (they’re great for kids too). If you’re super careful, always clean your lenses delicately, and keep them stored in the case at all times, you can probably pass on the anti-scratch feature.

For more advice on purchasing eyeglasses or to schedule an eye exam, stop by Wing Eyecare. You can visit them online now or give them a call at (888) 274-9464.