The choice whether to wear eyeglasses or contact lenses doesn’t usually have a clear cut answer. Many considerations should be weighed into your decision, including your vision prescription and lifestyle requirements. For help with making the right choice, book a consultation with our eye doctor in Manhattan Beach or Redondo Beach. At Advanced Eyecare Center, we understand this is not a decision to be taken lightly, and we’ll help guide you towards the right option to meet your needs.
Eyeglasses and contact lenses have different characteristics and their own unique pros and cons. For example, some people find their vision to be clearer and crisper with contacts. Our optometrist explains this particular issue:
Contacts are worn closer to your eye
Even though contact lenses have the same lens and focusing power as glasses, they are worn much closer to your eyes. This means they bend light in a way that meets your prescription much more precisely. That’s why if you switch back and forth between contact lenses and eyeglasses, you’ll have slightly sharper visual acuity with your contacts.
Contacts aren’t exposed to the elements
Eyeglasses are constantly bombarded with airborne dirt and debris, smeared by fingerprints, and getting scratched when taken on and off. They also fog up with temperature changes and catch the glare of lights. All of these factors play a role in reducing visual clarity with eyeglasses versus contact lenses.
Contact lenses don’t limit your vision
Eyeglasses have frames, which can be restrictive – putting a border on your field of vision. In contrast, contact lenses offer a wider field of view. They move with your eye, so nothing blocks your line of sight. This is particularly beneficial when playing sports.
Want to see for yourself if contact lenses give superior visual clarity? Schedule an eye exam in our Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach optometry offices.
At Advanced Eyecare Center, we put your family's needs first. Talk to us about how we can help you maintain healthy vision. Call us today: 310-620-1345 or book an appointment online to see one of our Manhattan Beach eye doctors.
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