Contacts Lens vs Traditional Glasses

man holding a contact lens

Contacts Lenses vs. Traditional Glasses

If you are in need of corrective lenses to improve your vision, deciding upon using contact lenses or eyeglasses is necessary. The first step in making your decision is to make an appointment for an eye exam at Erie Optical in Mentor with one of our optometrists. Here are some of the advantages of each type of corrective lens to consider when making your selection.

Reasons to Purchase Contact Lenses

People who use contact lenses to improve their vision find that these tools will give them the crispest vision possible. This is because a lens will cover the entire iris portion of an eye, giving you the capability to see clearly when looking to the side or up and down. Glasses will only improve vision when looking through the areas where the lenses are positioned. If you spend time doing sporting activities or exercise, contact lenses will allow you to move around without worrying about breaking your lenses. You also don't have any fogging of the lenses when you get warm.

Advantages of Wearing Eyeglasses

Those who wear eyeglasses have the ability to change their appearance easily simply by selecting a few different sets of frames to keep on hand. Eyeglasses do not require extensive cleaning processes. You can place your glasses on your face without having to wash your hands or spend time positioning lenses first. Glasses come in a variety of colors and styles, making it easy to find a set that suits your appearance.

How Our Mentor Optometrist Can Help

When you come to our establishment to have an eye exam conducted, our optometrist will take the time to help you with the decision-making process for selecting frames or contact lenses. If you desire, you can be fitted for both types of lenses so you can switch your vision correction method according to your mood or activity.

Visit Us for a Contact Lens or Eyeglass Fitting

Contact Erie Optical today to make an appointment for an exam and fitting. Our staff is ready to assist in finding you a set of frames or lenses you'll love. Call us today at 440-255-7727 for more information.

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9:30 am-5:30 pm

Tuesday:

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Wednesday:

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Thursday:

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  • "I have been going here for 25 years. Each visit, Dr. Waksman and his staff go above and beyond for their clients. I always recommend Erie Optical! Excellent variety of frames as well."
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  • "Dr. Waldman is outstanding! He's professional, detail oriented and passionate about keeping eyes healthy. I've been a customer for over 25 years and highly recommend Erie Optical."
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  • "The services are excellent from start to finish. The Doctor & his Staff takes the necessary time to answer all your questions. I recommend them to all my family & friends. They accept most insurance plans. Karen is my favorite!!"
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  • ""I have been going to Erie Optical for 3 years now. My sister referred me to Dr. Waldman after her great experience with him and the office. We had a previous eye doctor and the experience was not good and they charged so much. So when I went to Erie Optical I was so pleased with the office and Dr. Waldman's expertise and thoroughness. I ended up referring my parents and grandmother to Erie Optical too. I will never going anywhere else!!!""
    Angela Kovacs
  • ""They are the best- Doc Waldman takes his time with you and the staff members, like Karen, Brigit, Linda do everything they can to help you look and feel good, after all, fitting glasses is not a job for everyone!!
    You can’t go wrong there and the service is the best!""
    Rickster