You are a parent and you probably know that walking into an optical store can be a little confusing. There are lots of children's eyeglass frames to choose from, but that's the problem! How do you know which ones: a) your child is willing to wear and b) will last longer than the ride home?
To begin with, children who need eyeglasses are either nearsighted or farsighted. Depending on the degree of visual correction necessary, Dr. Teles will prescribe glasses for full- or part-time wear. Some kids will be instructed to take their eyeglasses off for schoolwork, while others need to have them on every waking moment.
Sometimes Dr. Teles will make specific recommendations about suitable eyeglass frames, but often that decision is left up to the parents, the child and the optical dispenser who fits the glasses.
We offer 10 things to consider when making your trip to Looking Glass Optical as painless as possible, and to ensure that you get children's glasses that will last as long as their prescription does.
The Right Frames
Most kids get at least a little teasing about their specs, especially the first time they wear them. One way we help your child feel more comfortable with wearing glasses is to allow him/her to choose their own frames. Your kid won't want to get anything "uncool". Keep in mind that the real object is to get them to want to wear their glasses.
The Lenses
The prescription is always the primary consideration in choosing your child's glasses. If your child is wearing their glasses for reading, playing sports or a full time wearer the opticians at Looking Glass Optical will work with you and your child to choose the right lens materials and styles to complement your frame choice.
The Frame Materials
When you look for frames for your child at Looking Glass Optical you'll find that they are made from hi-tech materials like SPX or Titanium. Many manufactures like Adidas and Izod combine the two materials to make the frames even more durable. Silhouette uses SPX a flexible plastic guaranteed to last for the life of your child's prescription.
The Fit
Each optician at Looking Glass Optical is trained to evaluate the individual fit of the frames you have chosen for your child. Today many children are wearing multifocal lenses, so the fit of the frames becomes as important as its function. An inappropriate fitting frame can result in your child not getting the correct prescription Dr. Teles prescribes.
The Material
Children's lenses should be made of polycarbonate or newer material called Trivex. Both Trivex and polycarbonate are impact proof. Trivex offers a crisp and clear advantage over polycarbonate with the right coatings Trivex will provide your child with the sharpest vision possible.
The Coatings
You expect your child's glasses to remain scratch free and clean throughout the day. That's why we offer Teflon Clear Coatings on all Children's eyewear. Teflon Clear Coat Lenses eliminate lens reflections so your child can see clearer and crisper than with ordinary lenses. It also delivers outstanding scratch protection. They are easier to clean and keep clean because they repel dust, water and, so dirt smudges and fingerprints wipe away effortlessly.
Sports Eyewear
Trivex and Polycarbonate are such safe lens materials that you may be tempted to let your child play sports in their regular glasses. The drawback is that regular eyeglass frames do not provide enough protection from balls and flying elbows. So if your kid is involved in sports, a proper sports goggle with safety lenses will afford the most protection against eye injury. Most sports leagues require it!
The Warranty
Your piece of mind after leaving the optical store with your child's eyeglasses is the reason we at Looking Glass Optical offer a warranty plan that will replace eyewear at no charge or for a minimal fee in case of damage to the frames or lenses. Make sure you ask about the warranties for the frames and lenses you choose.
The Backup Pair
Many children have vision so poor that they have difficulty functioning without their glasses. You may want to purchase a backup pair of glasses in case something happens to the primary pair and they are out of commission while we replace or repair them. Sports goggle can double nicely as a spare pair of glasses. Prescription sunglasses also make a good backup pair. If your child wears glasses, they'll need prescription sunglasses as well. Many insurance companies offer special benefits for a backup pair. Ask about it and we'll do the research for you.
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