The past image of eyeglasses being unappealing is outdated. Now, with the great selection of frames and styles to choose from, wearing eyeglasses has turned into a fashion statement.

Do you think only opticians should know the parts of eyeglasses? If you wear eyeglasses or are planning to get a pair, you’ll fare much better at choosing your next or new pair if you do, too.

After all, once you get prescription eyeglasses you’ll need to wear them everyday. An ill-fitting temple, tight nose pad, or uncomfortable earpiece simply won’t work. You need glasses to help you see better, not cause you more problems.

Knowing about the parts of your eyeglasses will help you communicate your eye care needs better with your optician.

Parts of Eyeglasses

Before you purchase a pair of glasses, it’s best to know what to look for first. You might be wearing the most expensive designer eyeglasses there is available in the market but it won’t really serve a real purpose if it’s not comfortable.

You can familiarize yourself with the different parts of eyeglasses with our easy infographic to help you make an informed decision for your next eyewear purchase.

By being better informed of each part’s function, you’ll be able to choose the best eyeglasses for your face shape. For example, glasses that slide down your face every now and then probably need a nose pad adjustment.

Knowing your glasses better also makes it easier to figure out what is causing the problem and how to have it fixed.

See Clearer

Fact: Eyesight performance inevitably declines as you age. Another fact (and don’t worry, because this one is more comforting): Eyeglasses are available to help you combat failing eyesight.

In this digital age, our eyes are being strained more than ever. Imagine, we have them glued to our computer screens for hours every day. For most of us, this cannot be avoided.

When you work a 9-to-5 office shift, you it’s difficult to look away from one’s computer for an extended period of time. That goes for your smartphones and tablets, too.

Moreover, pollution and constant exposure to light and heat can dry your eyes and result in irritation and itchiness. If you rub them, you may just end up hurting your eyes more.

It’s a good thing there’s an affordable way to remedy those problems. Eyeglasses provide the daily protection that your eyes need. It serves as an additional line of defense against dirt, pollution and excessive light that can further cause eyesight problems.

See clearer and live better by getting fitted for a new pair of eyeglasses today. With your new knowledge on glasses parts and functions, getting the perfect pair from the wide array of available eyewear in the Philippines will be easier than blinking an eye.