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Medical Forum / General / Vision / June 2005Online ordering of eyeglasses
What is the best source of eyeglasses over the internet? I am looking for a very thin lense for a ~-5.0 diopter single vision correction. I want a really thin lense, maybe glass, if that is the way to go. Thanks Dear Darrell, You might check: http://zennioptical.com/cart/home.php and see what they have. Best, Otis > What is the best source of eyeglasses over the internet? I am looking > for a very thin lense for a ~-5.0 diopter single vision correction. I > want a really thin lense, maybe glass, if that is the way to go. > > Thanks I think ordering glasses on the 'net is a waste. You should get a pair of 1.6 plastic from a local source. That way you get a pair that fits, you know where to go if you have a problem, etc. Be sure to pick a frame with smallish lenses, and stay away from glass. w.stacy, o.d. You definitely shouldn't need glass lenses for your Rx. If you live in Canada, the UK, or Japan, you can get Nikon 5 plastic lenses (1.74 index of refraction) ...they're quite good. If you live in the US or anywhere else, drop by an optical store or two and chat with an optician about your options. I got glass lenses this year, however they were a last resort for me (incidentally, they're still quite thick ... and VERY expensive!). I agree that buying glasses over the internet is a BAD idea. It may initially seem to be a good option, but if something goes wrong, you may end up pulling all of your hair out from frustration. ;) > What is the best source of eyeglasses over the internet? I am looking > for a very thin lense for a ~-5.0 diopter single vision correction. I > want a really thin lense, maybe glass, if that is the way to go. > > Thanks It's a bad idea. I've seen patients who get eyeglasses online, and have no idea how they made them or how they work. Where do these outfits get thier measurements from when the patient was never measured, nor such information put on thier Rx? I emailed one such site, and asked how they went about measuring seg heights for multifocals. Of course, I was ignored. If they are confident in what they do, they would not be afraid to email me back. Makes me wonder how they would treat an unsatisfied patient. > It's a bad idea. I've seen patients who get eyeglasses online, and have > no idea how they made them or how they work. Where do these outfits get > thier measurements from when the patient was never measured, nor such > information put on thier Rx? If you already have a properly-fitting pair you might send it along with your order or take measurements yourself. There is a standard height below the PD. I once wanted the segment higher and was ultimately unhappy -- it made it easy to see the speedometer without moving my head, but it got in the way the rest of the time. > I emailed one such site, and asked how they went about measuring seg > heights for multifocals. Of course, I was ignored. If they are > confident in what they do, they would not be afraid to email me back. > Makes me wonder how they would treat an unsatisfied patient. I emailed Zenni with a question and the guy got back to me the next day. No point in dealing with unresponsibe people.  SignatureCheers, Bev ========================================================== There is a fine line between 'hobby' and 'mental illness.' Who knows -- maybe Zeni will mass market a trial-lens kit, and other supporting material to assist in the measurement of PD and segment height. > Who knows -- maybe Zeni will mass market a > trial-lens kit, and other supporting material to > assist in the measurement of PD and segment height. If you've worn glasses before I don't think it's too difficult to figure out either. So you're saying it's OK for me to wear glasses as long as I wear + lenses? SignatureCheers, Bev ======================================================================= "Lord, grant me the serenity to accept the things that I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to hide the bodies of the people who pissed me off." Although some opticians/opt shops will use a formulaic method of determining seg height, or pd, I still think it's a much better idea to have it done by an eyecare professional. Not everyone can be fitted with such general standards. In a well reputed optical shop, you will be taken care of until you are satisfied, many people have different preferences where they'd like thier seg height to be, and various facial anomolies, and certain occupational considerations should be taken. In the end, if it works for you, go for it, but be aware of any risks involved and make sure they back up thier product. When it comes down to it, it's the integrity of the optical shop, whether online or off line.
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