Glasses or lenses: what to choose?
Although contact lenses are more and more successful with those suffering from eye problems, glasses are still trendy, as the existing frames are now multiple. Myopic, hyperopic or astigmatic, you do not know what to choose? Editus list the advantages and disadvantages!
Lenses
Wearing contact lenses is not given to everyone: your eyes must be full of tears . To be certain that there is no risk, consult your ophthalmologist first.
Several models exist: rigid or semi-rigid , but also flexible versions of plastic polymer . This choice depends on your visual defect and your correction.
The cost of rigid and semi-rigid is higher than the soft ones, but their life is not determined (it is their state that indicates that it is time to replace them), unlike the others (between one day and one year). On the other hand, the soft ones are more comfortable than the stiff ones, which will require a longer adaptation time.
Be aware that lenses are used by a majority of people with myopia : they are more rarely recommended for those who have another eye disease.
Among their advantages :
- Your field of vision will be better than with glasses, since no frame is present, and the lenses follow perfectly the movement of the eyes.
- If you practice a sport or you move a lot, it is much more convenient for you because you will not feel any embarrassment.
- Unlike contact lenses, glasses can cause irritation and redness on the upper nose, but also behind the ears.
- Your face and eyes will be more highlighted than behind glasses.
- It's more gadget than anything else, but if you want to change the color of your eyes, it's possible thanks to corrective color lenses.
On the other hand, among the uncovenients to quote:
- Your eyes may become irritated after a few hours.
- The lenses require regular cleaning , precise instructions of care must be respected.
- You may develop an allergy to the product used to clean them.
Glasses
They sign a strong come back because it is today possible to find a multiplicity of models adapted to all the faces, but also because they constitute a true accessory of fashion .
The advantage is that, unlike lentils, they can be worn at an early age , and are an alternative for those with weak lacrimal secretions.
Even if at the time of purchase, it is a considerable investment, glasses are less expensive than lenses , especially if it is a daily model.
Cleaning glasses requires more work because they can get dirty more quickly, but also fog up when the weather is rainy.
It's up to you to make the best choice when the question arises. If you opt for lenses, note that the ideal is to combine them with glasses. Also be sure to always have these with you, in case of irritation, or loss of one of your lenses.
What about the reimbursement of lenses and glasses?
To find out how to repay and pay in Luxembourg , visit the CNS website .