In today’s digital world, buying products online has become second nature, and eyewear is no exception. With so many online retailers offering prescription glasses, it may be tempting to purchase your next pair from the comfort of your home. However, when it comes to something as crucial as your vision, buying glasses online can lead to some significant drawbacks.
Here at Town Eyecare, we believe there are many reasons why purchasing glasses in-store is a far better choice for your eye health, comfort, and satisfaction. Below, we’ll outline why choosing a brick-and-mortar optician makes all the difference.
When purchasing glasses, one of the most critical factors for clear vision is ensuring the lenses are properly aligned with your eyes. Specifically, the optical center of the lenses must align with your pupillary distance (PD). If your PD is miscalculated—something that frequently happens with online glasses—it can lead to issues like blurry vision, headaches, and eye strain.
At Town Eyecare, our expert opticians take precise measurements of your PD and lens height, ensuring that the lenses in your frames are positioned for optimal clarity. This accuracy is difficult to achieve through online retailers, where measurements are often left up to the customer to guess. An in-store fitting ensures that your lenses work as they should, providing you with the clearest vision possible. Additionally, if there are any issues with visual clarity once receiving your glasses, you can always come back to the store and the opticians and doctors can work quickly to resolve your issue.
A pair of glasses that fits poorly can lead to discomfort and affect your vision. Online, you may find frames that look great, but without trying them on, you won’t know how they actually fit on your face. In-store, our opticians at Town Eyecare work to ensure your glasses fit perfectly by adjusting the temple length, bridge width, and nose pads to match your unique facial structure.
When frames don’t sit properly, lenses can be misaligned, leading to poor vision correction. In-store adjustments ensure that your glasses sit in the ideal position for your prescription, improving both the function and comfort of your eyewear.
Not all lenses are created equal, and finding the right lenses for your lifestyle is essential for achieving the best vision. Whether you need progressive lenses, anti-reflective coatings, or blue light filters for screen use, in-store opticians can help you select the lens features that best suit your daily activities.
By visiting Town Eyecare, you get one-on-one support from trained professionals who understand your unique vision needs. Online retailers often provide limited lens options and little to no guidance, which can leave you guessing whether you’ve selected the right lenses for your prescription.
While online glasses may seem cost-effective upfront, they often sacrifice quality. The materials used in the production of cheaper frames may break easily, leading to costly replacements. At Town Eyecare, we offer a curated selection of high-quality frames from trusted designers like Theo, Maui Jim, JF Rey, IC Berlin and others.
We only partner with the best in lens manufacturing, Shamir, to ensure you are getting the highest quality, giving you the closest experience to vision without glasses as possible. Comfort and durability are our utmost concerns that we address head on, giving you the reassurance that you are well taken care of in our hands. This sets us apart from the rest.
Another major benefit of purchasing glasses in-store is the immediate support available for adjustments and repairs. If your glasses need to be tightened, straightened, or repaired, you can visit Town Eyecare for a quick fix—something you won’t get from an online retailer. We also offer complimentary adjustments for the lifetime of your glasses, ensuring they always fit comfortably and function properly.
Buying glasses online might save time, but if your prescription isn’t accurate, you could end up with lenses that don’t correct your vision properly. At Town Eyecare, our eye doctors perform comprehensive eye exams using advanced diagnostic equipment to ensure your prescription is 100% accurate and tailored to your needs. We work closely with you to assess your overall eye health and ensure you get the right prescription.
Buying your glasses at a brick-and-mortar store like Town Eyecare offers unparalleled benefits in terms of accuracy, fit, and quality. With the help of our expert opticians, you’ll get frames that fit perfectly and lenses that provide optimal vision correction. Plus, you’ll have access to adjustments and repairs whenever you need them, ensuring your glasses last for years.
Investing in your vision is essential, and buying from an in-store optician is the best way to ensure you’re getting the care and quality you deserve. Visit us at Town Eyecare today to experience the difference of personalized service and find your perfect pair of glasses.
