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What to Expect During Your Eye Exam

Thu, 09 May 2013 09:31:15 +0000

Happy 'Healthy Vision Month'!

Vision loss can happen to anyone, at any age, but many people aren’t aware that 75% of vision loss can be prevented or treated. That’s why regular check ups and having the right prescription glasses are so important. Your eyes are for life – and unless you take care of them, you risk losing a lifetime of sight.

First, you’ll be pre-tested by a technician or an assistant. This might include a "puff test" (a quick puff of air against the eyeball) which measures your internal eye pressure and detect glaucoma; and an autorefraction may also be performed to get an estimate of your glasses prescription. Next some background information: you will be asked about your main visual concerns, if any, as well as your general health, family history, allergies and a list of any prescription medications you might currently be taking.

Your doctor will measure your prescription to determine if you require eyeglasses. This also includes a measurement of how well your eyes work together as a team. Next, you’ll be examined with a slit lamp. This allows the doctor to examine the front of the eye including the eyelids, corneas and pupil reflexes. You may then have drops put in your eyes to dilate your pupils. After about 15 minutes you’ll notice that your vision becomes more and more blurry as the drops do their work. After your pupils have dilated, your doctor will continue to examine your eyes to check for any abnormalities or causes for concern, again using the slit lamp. The whole exam usually takes about thirty minutes. Once finished, your doctor will review the results and explain what sort of glasses you might need.

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Eyesight Maintenance

Mon, 06 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000

Happy Healthy Vision Month!

Most people who focus on their diet and physical health don’t realize just how important it is to keep good eyesight in mind, too.

Here are some tips on how to keep and maintain your eyesight!

Eat Healthy
-Green leafy vegetables - high vitamin content in greens are vital for your eyes
-Omega 3’s - ward off macular degeneration
-Exercise - keep fit and avoid avoid type 2 diabetes which causes blindness

Rest Your Eyes
-Don’t sit too close to your monitor or TV
-Take a five minute break every for every hour of work!
-Keep top of monitor at eye level - helps relieve eye strain by looking slightly down
-Wear up-to-date eyeglasses prescription

Go Outdoors!
-Wear prescription sunglasses with UVA/UVB protection - prevents cataracts & macular degeneration
-Focus - switch from looking at an object off in the distance and then something near

Yearly Eye Check-ups - know who to go to for what!
-Opticians - (Technician) trained to read corrective lense prescriptions, order prescription glasses and make adjustments to glasses
-Optometrists - (Dr of Optometry) provides comprehensive eye exams, diagnoses & treats common vision problems, pre and post-surgical care, and can prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, eye exercises, vision aids and therapy, and (in some states) oral and topical medications to treat certain eye diseases
-Ophthalmologists - (MD) trained in all aspects of eye care

Frame-a-Day's WEAR IT WEDNESDAY! Spotlight: Arlene Clear Blue

Wed, 01 May 2013 12:03:20 +0000

Want to spice up your office attire? Are you looking for some inexpensive, yet extremely sophisticated specs?
Today’s Frame-a-Day eyeglasses frames, will set you apart from all others - with sophistication and elegance above everyone else!

For today’s "Wear It Wednesday" spotlight frames, we’ve chosen the stunning...
Arlene Clear Blue

Glamorously retro, Arlene Clear Blue glasses are truly unique! The oval lenses are fully surrounded by clear plastic framing that extends back with silver colored metal stems. The uniquely colored fine stripes along the clear plastic adds a great touch of style, while the majority of the elegance sits along the outer rims and temples. For added comfort and style, these tough frames have adjustable nosepads, multi-colored plastic covered stem tips - and even spring-hinges for added convenience!

"Wear It Wednesday" this week is highlighting several new looks for work, so feel free to check out the many glamorous styles of the Arlene Clear Blue glasses online!

Arlene Clear Blue eyeglasses have a mature look with clear plastic, using blue and purple hues. The oval lenses are fully surrounded by the plastic, that slicks back to metal stems.

Frame-a-Day's WEAR IT WEDNESDAY! Spotlight: Emporio Armani EA9734 Black w/Green

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:58:59 +0000

Never stop expecting the best! Guess what!? Armani let’s you...without breaking the bank! With style and class like Armani, you can take your look straight from the office to a night out wining and dining!

Today’s Frame-a-Day eyeglasses, will set you aside from all others - with sophistication and smarts above everyone else!

For this week’s "Wear It Wednesday", we’re spotlighting the SPECtacular glasses frames: Emporio Armani EA9734 Black w/Green

Emporio Armani EA9734 Black w/Green full framed prescription glasses are sophisticated in a matte black color. The perfectly rectangular glasses come in metal framing, that appears almost like wayfarers; the exterior of the temples are colored in bright, vibrant lime green hues for added pizazz! The sleek black metal, and quick burst of color, makes them seem a little more retro, and yet, still very modern! These classic frames have adjustable nosepads and plastic-tipped stems for added comfort. Get your glam on!

"Wear It Wednesday" is always our favorite time as we get to showcase some great looks with our spotlighted glasses frames! So let us help you take this look from business to pleasure - as glamourous as can be!

Hipster style prescription eye glasses: Emporio Armani EA9734 Black w/Green are great for everyday wear. The matte black rectangular, metal full frames, and burst of bright lime green colorings, all help you get your geeky glam on!

Frame-a-Day's WEAR IT WEDNESDAY! Spotlight: Lupo 5568 White/Black

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 15:00:30 +0000

It’s officially Spring, and luckily for most of us, the weather is finally jumping on board and cooperating!

Lots of many different, bright colors are the main focus for Spring 2013, so why feel like you need to compete? With today’s Frame-a-Day glasses, you’ll be able to get all of the bright colors you want this Spring...
Let’s face it: white goes with anything!

This week’s "Wear It Wednesday", we’re spotlighting the:
Lupo 5568 White/Black

Nothing will prepare you better for your geek chic debut... The nerdy retro-style Lupo 5568 White/Black eyeglasses online are very vintage chic, funky as can be - and just for you. They give off the illusion of being semi-rimless as the petite, rounded lenses are fully surrounded by a thin silver metal, while the tops of the rims are covered in a thick white plastic framing - alluding to the classic wayfarer semi-rimless look! The plastic framing exposes the crisp white exterior, while a classic black hue tones down the whole style. For added comfort and style, these tough frames have rubber adjustable nosepads, plastic-tipped stems, and spring hinges to keep them sharp, and fitting perfectly! Lupo 5568 White/Black are perfect for Spring because they can go with just about anything you choose to wear, but still have their own style and flair - a nice detour from the classic black or tortoise shell style.

"Wear It Wednesday" is always our favorite time as we get to showcase some great looks with our spotlighted glasses frames! Since Spring is all about showing off your bright colors, we figure: why have to feel like your eyes are competing with your clothes?

Get Geek Chic ready with Lupo 5568 White/Black eyeglasses! With rounded, petite lenses, a funky and cool wayfarer, feux semi-rimless cool, and a great mix of classic colors, you'll definitely catch all the attention!

Frame-a-Day's WEAR IT WEDNESDAY! Spotlight: Dune Brown

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 14:20:14 +0000

Think having two different frames for your reading/distance eyeglasses, and sunglasses is a waste?
Are you looking to check out some Transition lenses?
Today’s Frame-a-Day glasses frames might just be a perfect fit for your needs! Here’s a pair of our favorite, classic frames - ready for clear, prescription lenses and sunglasses!

For our weekly "Wear It Wednesday" frame-a-day choice, we chose some great eyeglasses/sunglasses!
Dune Brown

Classic styles are always in fashion and Dune Brown prescription eyeglasses online are a great pair of everyday frames! These brown plastic full frames have a clear brownish-orange underlay that adds unique dimension. You can truly wear these eyeglasses with anything given their simple wayfarer style that's rounded on the bottom for an added vintage look!

"Wear It Wednesday" is always our favorite time as we get to showcase some great looks for our favorite frames. We love it when we can really show you what we’re talking about... That’s why, for this weeks spotlight on Transition lenses, we chose the Dune Brown eyeglasses and prescription sunglasses.
Take a look at our dual look - it’s as stark as day and night!

Dune Brown prescription eyeglasses come in a retro wayfarer-styled frame with a brown exterior and clear brownish-orange interior for a very unique feel.

Frame-a-Day's WEAR IT WEDNESDAY! Spotlight: Lupo 1170 Black

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 13:59:49 +0000

Have you noticed the sun beginning to peek out? - Or perhaps it’s just some wishful thinking... Either way, Spring is right around the corner, and what can better prepare you for the bright sun shining, other than sunglasses!?

Today’s "Wear It Wednesday" glasses are getting you ready for warm weather, sunny skies - and pure happiness!

Without further adieu, here are today’s brand new Frame-a-Day prescription sunglasses online..........
Lupo 1170 Black

Buddy Holly would be jealous of you in Lupo 1170 Black sun glasses online! These vintage looking full frame sunglasses are fashioned in the traditional wayfarer style and come in a sleek black coloring. The area near the temples have a unique silver-colored metal detail that help give these frames a true retro feel. Vintage-style frames have never looked this cool!

"Wear It Wednesday" is always our favorite time as we get to showcase some great looks for our favorite frames.

Can’t you see it in your future? - A beautiful, picturesque day at the park?

If it’s all you’re thinking of lately, take a look at what we created this time:

Lupo 1170 Black sunglasses online are vintage style frames in a sleek black coloring. The frames are in a classic wayfarer style with larger lenses compatible with all vision care needs.

Frame-a-Day's WEAR IT WEDNESDAY! Spotlight: Converse Open Road Navy

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 13:37:15 +0000

The sun is shining, and the weather is [getting to be somewhat] nicer!
What better way to welcome back the sun than breaking out some hip, new sunglasses?

Converse always does it right...
So today we’re featuring some hot sunglasses online for the "Wear It Wednesday" Frame-a-Day:
Converse Open Road Navy

Miss the '80's? Converse Open Road Navy takes you back. Fully framed in a deep clear gray colored plastic, with hints of navy blue hues, and a black colored metal detail above the bridge for added durability and style, these sunglasses are a hot, modern take on a very vintage style from the early 1980's. The near perfect circular, large lenses allow for perfect vision acuity! If you're going to for a vintage look - search no further! Buy some glasses online today!

"Wear It Wednesday" is always our favorite time as we get to showcase some great looks for our favorite frames.

Welcome back to the eighties, my friends!
With today’s Wear It Wednesday look, you’ll be reminiscing about a funkier time - that’s for sure!

Converse Open Road Navy full framed plastic prescription sunglasses online are a deep clear gray in color, with hints of navy blue hues throughout, and come with a black colored metal strip above the bridge for added style and durability. A modern take on the classic 1980's look, these frames are compatible for both single vision and progressive lens needs.