Eye Health: Are Non-Prescription Glasses as Good as Prescription Glasses?

Being a geek is trendy these days, so some people would prefer to wear non-prescription glasses for the sake of fashion, and there is nothing wrong with wearing them. In fact, those glasses will make it seem like you are peering through a window. It will not affect your vision and cause far- or near-sightedness. However, wearing them could affect your vision if the lenses lack proper coating for anti-UV and anti-blue light, which are two of the reasons why vision could deteriorate faster.

Ultraviolet light from the sun and devices, and blue light from the smartphones and computer monitors most of us use on a daily basis are among the causes for macular degeneration. UV exposure could increase your chances of developing cataracts and wrinkles under and the sides of your eyes, too, and too much blue light may cause sleep problems. So, it is important to buy specialty non-prescription fashion glasses that can protect your eyes from harm. Some glasses can be fitted with anti-reflective lenses to minimize glare from smartphones and computer monitors, especially if you use them on a daily basis at extended periods. That way, you can confidently be stylish without worrying about your vision.

Other types of non-prescription glasses can be found in places like pharmacies and convenience stores, and they are often sold as reading glasses. While they are cheap and handy for emergency purposes, such as when you lost or left your actual prescription glasses, they might be uncomfortable to use in the long run, especially if your eyes have different grades. They might cause safety issues, too, such as when you are driving or walking at night. So, it is best to buy high-quality replacement prescription glasses from an optical shop that has in-house opticians and optometrists. Eye strain, squinting, and discomfort can be minimized if you are wearing the right pair of prescription glasses.