We are experienced experts when it comes to optimizing your prescription eyeglasses in Norfolk, VA, so they work for all of your daily needs. No matter what your vision condition – nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, or presbyopia – we’ll ensure you see as clearly as possible.
In addition to performing a detailed eye exam to confirm your visual acuity, our optometrist will ask you questions about your hobbies and day to day tasks. Depending on what you do, we’ll recommend various treatments and lens coatings to clarify your vision and protect your eye health. Our staff is committed to serving you with the best vision possible, and we’ll assist you patiently until you’re completely satisfied with how you see. At Southern Eyecare Associates, there’s never any rush to make a hasty decision about your eyewear in Norfolk!
Caring for Lenses
When it comes to prescription lens care, there's a simple rule that, if followed, will virtually guarantee years of optimum performance from your glasses: If they're not on your face, then keep your eyeglasses in a case.
Trouble is, no one really follows that simple rule, all of the time. (You know who you are.) If you, like so many of us, don't always use a solid case to store your prescription glasses, then the following lens care and maintenance tips will go a long way toward maintaining your healthy sight.
Cleaning glasses and protecting your lenses
Keep it clean. Keep it simple. To wash your prescription eyeglass lenses, eye care professionals suggest you gently rub your lenses clean with your fingers using warm, soapy water. Rinse them, and then pat them dry with a clean, soft cloth.
Many optical suppliers sell ultra-fine, machine-washable microfiber lens cleaning cloths that trap dirt and dust. Try to avoid rubbing prescription lenses with rags, facial tissues or paper towels, as they could scratch your lenses. And definitely avoid using household cleaners, acetone or soaps with cream-as chemicals may damage your frames.
A strong case for storage
Let them down gently
Okay. You don't always use the case. If setting your prescription lenses on a table or desk, it's best to close your frames first before laying them down. Always set them frame-side down to avoid scratching the lenses. The floor is never a good place to leave your glasses. And when in the bathroom, remember: A sink or vanity top puts your lenses in an unfavorable position. Spatters, sprays and cosmetic products can quickly soil lenses. What's more, anti-reflective (AR) treatments can be damaged by hairsprays or perfume.
Keep glasses on your nose, not on your head. Prescription eyeglass lenses are designed to rest on your nose in front of your eyes; not on the top of your head. Frames can become misaligned in this manner, making even the cleanest of lenses less than effective if not positioned properly in front of the eye.
