Glasses hinges

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Glasses hinges

By Isabella Sara Novack
Reviewed by Maria Horan FBDO
Maria Horan FBDO

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Maria Horan FBDO
Maria holds a BSc Honours in Ophthalmic Dispensing and has over 17 years of optical experience.
Glasses hinges - The small joints connecting the frame front to the temples (arms) of the glasses. They allow the glasses to fold and unfold. High-quality hinges contribute to the durability and comfort of your glasses, making them more resilient to wear and tear.

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Lazy eye (Amblyopia)

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Lazy eye (Amblyopia) - Also called a lazy eye, this is a disorder of sight in which the brain fails to fully process vision from one eye, over time the brain will ignore this eye and will favour the other eye. This can result in poor depth perception and visual clarity. Early diagnosis and treatment, such as corrective glasses, eye patches or exercises, are essential to improve vision in the affected eye,this needs to be achieved before the age of 7.

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Dry eyes

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Dry eyes - A condition where the eye may not produce enough tears or the tears produced are of poor quality, leading to irritation, redness and a gritty feeling. Dry eyes can be caused by various factors, such as tear evaporation, poor blinking and blocked meibomian glands. Risk factors include aging, certain medications, environmental conditions, or prolonged screen time. Treatment may include artificial tears, lifestyle changes, or other medical interventions.

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Driving glasses

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Driving glasses are glasses/ lenses may incorporate an anti-reflective coating that eliminates the glare from street lights or headlights, helping drivers by reducing the risk of being blinded by light. They're often worn at night, but driving sunglasses also exist.

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Diopter

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Diopter (D) - A unit of measurement used to measure the power of a lens, indicating its ability to bend light. Diopters is the measurement used to record nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. For instance, a lens with a -2.00 diopter is used to correct myopia, meaning it helps focus distant objects more clearly.

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Corneal ulcer

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Corneal ulcer - A serious eye condition that affects the cornea, usually due to infection from bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites. Symptoms include severe pain, redness, discharge and blurred vision. Corneal ulcers require prompt medical treatment to prevent permanent vision loss.

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Corneal abrasion - A scratch or injury to the cornea, the eye's clear, protective layer. Symptoms include pain, redness, watery eyes or increased tearing and sensitivity to light. While some corneal abrasions heal on their own, more often they need additional eyedrops to speed up the cell regeneration. They can also sometimes lead to infections if not properly treated, so it’s important to seek medical attention if symptoms persist.

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Conjunctivitis

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Conjunctivitis involves the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva, the thin, clear tissue covering the white part of the eye and the inside of the eyelids. Symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and discharge. Conjunctivitis can be caused by bacteria, viruses, allergens (in which case it's also known as pink eye), or irritants, Bacteria conjunctivitis is often highly contagious.

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Computer glasses

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Computer glasses - Specialised eyeglasses that optimise your vision when working on computers or other digital screens. Their viewing zone is at the correct distance for computer work, thereby reducing digital eye strain and discomfort at intermediate distances. They also tend to come with blue light-blocking coating and an anti-reflective coating that reduces glare and improves contrast.

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Anti-reflective lenses

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Anti-reflective lenses - Lenses treated with a multi-layer coating that reduces reflections from the lens surface and reflects artificial light. This enhances clarity, minimises glare from screens, headlights and bright lights, and allows others to see your eyes clearly. These lenses are ideal for driving at night, working on computers, or any situation with significant light exposure.

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