Ready-Made versus Customized Reading Glasses

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Reading glasses are used by both men and women to have a clearer view of what they are reading without having to stretch their arms or put the paper up close.  Like women, men’s reading glasses are specially designed to give utmost convenience and effectiveness, as well as stylishness and fashion.

There are many types of reading glasses with specific uses and distinctive designs.  Whether for outdoor use, long reading periods, dual purpose such as up close and distant viewing, particular up close reading, short text reading, wide magnification or convenient transportation, men’s reading glasses come in more masculine designs and shapes.  These glasses are also often used as supplements to fashion—even without any vision problem, they are worn to create either a professional, geeky, smart or any other look as preferred.

Whatever the design or purpose, reading glasses are available in two kinds: the ready-made and the customized kind.  Ready-made reading glasses are, as what the name says, pre-fabricated glasses sold at pharmacies or department stores.  Many people opt to buy this kind since all there is no more need for any other process.  A simple trip to the department store or a few clicks on your computer is enough to get ready-made reading glasses.  You can choose from a range of designs and try on different styles to know which one is best for you.  You can also ask for a certain level of prescription to match your needs.  However, ready-made reading glasses have the same lenses, meaning, both lenses are made with same prescriptions.  Quite the opposite, most people who have eye problems are diagnosed with different prescriptions on each eye.

On the other hand, custom-made glasses are those which are created according to prescription and design preferences.  When choosing this kind of reading glasses, it is imperative to consult an optometrist before having your glasses made by an optician.  Without the recommendation of a specialist, using the wrong glasses will not only make it hard for you to read, but will also make your condition worse.  Furthermore, it can make you lose your sight.

This is why before purchasing any type of glasses for reading; a regular eye check-up should be done in order to know which kind of reading glasses will suit your vision problem.  Even when opting to buy a ready-made kind, it is still recommended that your eyes are checked by the eye doctor, so as to avoid worsening of the condition.

All in all, it is alright to buy the pre-fabricated kind since they can be the right ones for you, given that you have consulted your specialist before asking the pharmacist for a pair of glasses.  Customized glasses may take more time than choosing from ready-made ones, but the time spent on waiting is worth it since you will be getting the exact reading glasses that you need.  Nonetheless, it is important to ask for professional advice whenever you have difficulty in reading, and are experiencing blurry or shadowy visions.