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A young woman putting in a contact lens for her left eye.
Posted on Author Dr. Michael Pedersen

Are Contact Lens Prescriptions the Same as Glasses?

When it comes to correcting your vision, there are 2 common solutions: eyeglasses and contact lenses. But in order to see clearly with contacts or glasses, you need an accurate, up-to-date prescription from your optometrist.  Because they’re both designed to correct vision conditions like myopia, you might assume that a contact lens prescription is the same as your eyeglass prescription. However, this is not the case and they cannot be used interchangeably. Contact Lenses & How They...
Young woman trying on glasses at the optical shop.
Posted on Author Dr. Michael Pedersen

What Are the Different Types of Glasses Lenses?

Maybe you’ve been wearing contact lenses for years, but now dry eyes are becoming a problem, and you have no idea what your prescription lens options are. Unfortunately, there isn’t a one-size answer for which lenses you should get in your glasses, but your optometrist or optician can help you make the best choice for your vision needs. They come in several materials, such as glass, polycarbonate, trivex, and plastic. You should also consider the coatings available—blue light blocking,...
Posted on Author Dr. Michael Pedersen

Polarized vs Non Polarized Sunglasses

What are polarized sunglasses? Should you choose them over non-polarized? This guide explains the difference and helps you decide. What are polarized sunglasses?             Polarized sunglasses have a type of lens that reduces glare and reflections to your eyes. They can help with certain outdoor activities by blocking reflected light off of water, snow, and roadways. When light rays from the sun reflect off of flat surfaces, like a roadway or body of water, it creates horizon...
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