Prescription or over the counter reading glasses?

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Papa - 28 Aug 2004 02:59 GMT

Booth eyes are different as far a strength needed so how could I get a
pair of reading glasses over the counter that would not harm my eyes?
I hate spending the money for new glasses at the doctor.

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LarryDoc - 28 Aug 2004 05:29 GMT

> Booth eyes are different as far a strength needed so how could I get a
> pair of reading glasses over the counter that would not harm my eyes?
> I hate spending the money for new glasses at the doctor.

Assuming for sake of discussion that the right eye needs +2 and the left
+3. You could buy one pair of +2 and one of +3. Take out the left +3
from one pair and the left +2 from the other. Put the left +3 in the
frame you from which you removed the +2. Now you have one pair which is
correct, one frame and two lenses to toss into the trash.

Worth the hassle?

Do you have astigmatism as part of your correction? You can't buy that
prescription pre-made. How much value to place on being able to see
clearly and comfortably up close? Let's say proper glasses last one
year. Is it worth, say 50 cents (or whatever your currency) per day? How
about 25 cents?

--LB

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Dr. Jay Stockman - 28 Aug 2004 20:15 GMT

If your two eyes are different, you will not be able to find over the
counter glasses. Your best bet is to get a full examination, and wear
glasses that are specific to your needs. Avoid the designer frames if
you are looking to save some money

Dr. Ted Roxan
http://visionupdate.net/

>Booth eyes are different as far a strength needed so how could I get a
>pair of reading glasses over the counter that would not harm my eyes?
>I hate spending the money for new glasses at the doctor.

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