Do's & Don'ts
Eyeglasses require regular maintenance due to issues such as smears, smudges, fingerprints, and fogging. Proper care can help preserve their condition until your next eye exam and maintain clear vision. The following information outlines effective methods for maintaining eyeglasses.
Take your glasses off with both hands.
Grasp both earpieces when removing your glasses.
This keeps the earpieces straight and in the right alignment. Taking them off one-handed stretches them out and makes them loose.
Don't put your glasses on top of your head.
Keep your glasses on your eyes or take them off completely.
Putting them on the top of your head can distort the shape, and there's a greater chance of them falling off and getting damaged that way.
Do not leave your glasses in a vehicle or outside.
Don't push wire frame glasses up by the nose piece.
Grasp the top and bottom of the lenses instead.
Pushing wire-framed glasses up by the nosepiece causes stress on the nose pads and can wear the finish off of the center part of the frame. Instead, grasp the lenses by putting your thumb at the bottom and fingers at the top, and then move them to where you want them to sit on your face.
Dangers of using liquid cleaners or pre-packaged eyeglass wipes on glasses:
- Harsh chemicals can scratch the lenses, leading to a cloudy appearance.
- Chemicals can damage lens coatings, reducing optical performance and causing a foggy appearance.
- Certain cleaners can harm the frames, especially those made of acetate, leading to discoloration or breakage.
- Using harsh cleaners can introduce bacteria and o
Clean your glasses with the microfiber cloth we provide when we dispense your new glasses.
Gently rub the lenses until there are no smudges. Hold your glasses firmly in your preferred hand. Rinse the glasses with clean water to remove any dust or dirt particles. Take the cloth and gently rub both sides of each lens until you can see no smudges. Breathe on them gently so that you can see any spots y
Have your glasses adjusted once or twice per year.
Take your glasses to your optician to check for wear and tear. The optical technician will examine them for wear and tear, tighten any loose screws, check the fit again, and make them just like new. Any replacement parts needed are usually a nominal charge.
Store your glasses in their case to prevent scratches. When you take your glasses off, put them in the case to keep them from getting scratched. The best cases are the ones that open and close, rather than the ones you slide the glasses into.
Do not leave your glasses in a vehicle or outside.
ADDITIONAL TIPS:
- Take off your glasses before you spritz hairspray, perfume, or cologne. Not only can it damage the lenses, but it can also dirty the lenses and nose pads.
- Don't leave your glasses anywhere that you could step on them.
- Don't fall asleep while wearing your glasses!
- Keep your glasses out of reach of children and animals.