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Corrective Lenses: What Are the Benefits?

by Amina Katana
(Left): Prada Caramel Havana square frames with corrective lenses; (Right) Alcon Dailies Total 1 contact lenses

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Do you find yourself squinting to see road signs? Or maybe you get frequent unexplained headaches? You’re not alone!

Here’s a statistic you probably didn’t expect to see today. According to The Vision Council, 197.6 million adults in the United States use vision correction. That’s a whopping 75.6% of the adult population!  

Now that you know how common it is, perhaps it’s time to see if corrective lenses can help you. By walking you through some of the benefits, I’ll help you take the first step toward better vision and a higher quality of life!

Benefits of Corrective Lenses

If you’re noticing signs of worsening vision, it’s smart to make an appointment with your eye doctor. Seeing better can literally be lifesaving! That’s especially true if you drive often, fly planes, or regularly operate heavy machinery at work.

But those of us who don’t can benefit from corrective lenses, too. They can help with several conditions, including:

  • Myopia, also called nearsightedness, means you can see things close to you, but you may squint or experience blurry vision when looking at objects further away.
  • Hyperopia is another common vision problem. It is also called farsightedness. As the name suggests, you can see faraway objects clearly. However, you may have trouble seeing things closer to you, and it can cause eye strain and headaches.
  • Astigmatism is the scientific term for blurry vision. It’s caused by an atypical curvature of the eye’s inner lens or frontal surface (cornea). Those with this condition often struggle to see what’s close-up and far away. Uncorrected astigmatism can also cause squinting and headaches.
  • Presbyopia is more common in older adults because our vision can worsen with age. Presbyopia frequently leads to difficulty reading, among other things. That’s one of the reasons adults require more frequent eye exams!

Once an optometrist performs a proper eye exam to diagnose the cause of any specific symptoms, you’ll be well on your way to a better life. Imagine going from reading a book to driving to watching TV without squinting, straining, or getting headaches.

Clear vision can help you conquer your busy schedule with confidence. Corrective lenses make everyday life more manageable, especially if you’re constantly on the go. They can also help your eyes relax, so you don’t experience even more problems down the road.

Corrective Contact Lenses

A box of Alcon AIR OPTIX plus HydraGlyde Multifocal contact lenses with SmartShield technology
AIR OPTIX plus HydraGlyde Multifocal Contact Lenses

Some people don’t want to mess with glasses. They prefer slipping a pair of contact lenses in their eyes and getting on with their day, and there is a wide range of contact lenses to choose from, including:

  • Daily Lenses: Perfect for popping in and throwing out at the end of a long day.
  • Monthly Lenses: Ideal for wearers who want to reuse their lenses and travel a lot.
  • Overnight Lenses: You can wear them at night to help correct your vision

For example, Air Optix Plus Hydraglyde Multifocal can help you see from various distances, which is excellent for people who engage in several different tasks in a day, like working at a computer, driving, and cooking. When he left a five-star review on these lenses, Matthew H. said, “Text on reading close is sharper and brighter. Computer work is better.”

Prescription Eyeglasses

Prescription glasses are a popular alternative for those who find contacts uncomfortable or even scary to pop in. Plus, glasses can enhance your aesthetic! You can change your frames like you change your shoes, pairing them with outfits in every color. 

With the many stylish options that top designer brands offer, corrective lenses have never looked so cool! Depending on your prescription, these men’s Gucci glasses make ideal reading glasses or can be perfect for everyday wear.


Arron B.

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“The fit feel and look is top quality! My prescription and the transition lenses are top tier!! Great job highly recommend!!”


These gorgeous women’s Prada frames support multiple prescription options and come in several colors, including Crystal Pink: 


Elisabeth T.

Beautiful!
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These glasses are beautiful, extremely lightweight, and do not overwhelm my face. Not too small or large. Perfectly shaped!


The Importance of Eye Protection

Protection and correction go hand in hand. Today’s technology allows prescriptions to be added to UV protective sunglasses, blue-light glasses, and contacts that provide extra moisture. Select the corrective lenses that will best support your needs and lifestyle.

For instance, Acuvue Oasys 1-Day lenses with HydraLuxe technology keep your eyes hydrated throughout the day. They’re a smart solution, whether you’re an athlete who needs to see the ball coming, or work in an office and hop between your phone and computer all day long.

Leonardo A., a verified EZContacts customer, says they help him manage his dry eyes:

“They’re probably the best feeling contacts I’ve used. I suffer from dry eyes, and I often cannot wear contacts for an entire day because they get pretty dry and then come off as soon as I rub my eye. These are probably the closest thing I have to an all day contacts.”

Ordering Corrective Lenses Online is Easier Than Ever!

With an inventory five times larger than you’ll find in brick-and-mortar eyewear stores, EZContacts has made it super easy to find the right prescription eyeglasses or contacts.

You can even try on tons of frames without leaving your home! Once you’ve made your selection, just send us your script, and our lab will get to work crafting your new eyewear.

Buying contact lenses or glasses has countless benefits! It’s not just hassle-free and affordable but also a noninvasive alternative to LASIK. There is an option for just about any eye condition and budget. 

So, if your doctor thinks corrective lenses are the way forward for you, with a few clicks, you can be well on your way to better vision and a major lifestyle improvement. You might even find yourself with a huge confidence boost! After all, seeing really is believing. 

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