Why you might not want to buy your glasses online

The New York Times wrote an article on the impact of vision loss on people. In "The Worst That Could Happen? Going Blind People Say," author Jane E. Brody states most Americans regard loss of their sight as the worst thing that could happen to them - over conditions like loss of a limb, memory, hearing, speech, or H.I.V./AIDS. These findings are a great reason to have regular eye exams.

Eyeglasses are medical devices that enable you to see and interact with your world more clearly. They are an investment in your health, and purchasing them in collaboration with your doctor of optometry is the most efficient and cost-effective approach to the best eyesight possible.

Your Optometrist is critical to demystifying your distinct vision health and eyewear needs. It's difficult to differentiate online glasses from the various products that are available in your doctor's optical shop. If you make your decision to purchase online, without professional consultation, lens technology options, or custom fitting, you run the risk of hurting your eyesight rather than seeing clearly better.

So, next time you look at buying your glasses online, first check-in with your doctor's optical shop and make sure you are getting the best eyewear and fitting possible for your specific needs.

At the Rochester Eye and Laser Center, we have everything you need to see clearly better.

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