Wearing glasses can be difficult for a child. He or she may be subject to teasing at school or it could be hard to keep up with these important accessories. You can make your little one feel positive about this new and functional addition by simply choosing the right options. There are a number of stylish, designer frames for children to choose from.
It is first important to note that you aren't required to purchase hardware in the same place that your little one's eye exam is performed. You can buy frames from anywhere you like. Your child's doctor can the forward these to the lab to have them fit with the appropriate, shatterproof lenses. Some frame suppliers can also send their products of to their own labs to have prescription lenses put in. You can decide which method is most cost-effective and best for you.
The prescription that the optometrist or ophthalmologist issues should be good for twelve months or one full year, unless your youngster has a progressive issue that is likely to lead to frequent changes in vision. Thus, even after you have long selected a pair of in-office glasses, you still have the ability to shop around. This allows consumers to pay out of pocket for additional eyeglass styles, after they have already secured one to two pair that are covered by insurance.
Start your search for eye wear by taking stock of the options that exist in office. It is important to let your child participate in the selection process as soon as he or she is old enough to do so. This is a great way to see whether or not certain frame styles fit is or her face. Letting kids choose their own eye wear is also the best way to ensure that they get options they can feel comfortable in.
When choosing frames for a child, consider how well these will stand up to rough housing and any other aggressive behaviors. Most kids live naturally active lifestyles and its important to ensure that their glasses will stay in tact even after numerous slips, falls and other impact events. This is why many parents are opting to invest in colorful, flexible frame designs that have a decidedly rubber-like feel.
Take stock of the existing options online before committing to any frame style. You invariably be surprised by just how expansive the online selection is in comparison to most in-office inventories. Many of the available styles may even be significantly cheaper.
Using the web to shop will also give you the chance to read up on the product reviews that other parents have left. These will let you know whether or not certain styles are sufficiently durable. For kids, the ability to stand up to lots of wear and tear is always more important than visual aesthetics.
If you opt to buy your glasses online, make sure to take them in with your child during his or her next optometry appointment. This will give the doctor the chance to make any necessary adjustments for ensuring a seamless fit. This is also a great time to ensure that the lab in charge of fitting the lenses has done an appropriate job of adhering to the prescription and that there are no flaws in the shatterproof plastic that might compromise or hinder your child's vision.
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