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by Robyn Clausen Bauer, O.D.

What comes to mind when you consider a resolution to create a “new you” for the New Year? For some people it may entail making a fashion change to create a new look. For others, resolutions are geared toward improving performance in their day to day lives.

A new pair of glasses can achieve a change in each of these areas. Glasses are no longer considered just a boring necessity for many, but rather a way to achieve success in areas of both fashion and function.

Styles and fashion trends vary with time, and styles of glasses are no exception. There was a time when glasses were not considered fashionable, and most patients would choose a style and color that simply blended in and did not seem noticeable.

This is certainly no longer the case! Glasses have become fashionable, and they are now considered an attractive accessory that can enhance any look.

When it comes to choosing a frame for glasses, there are no rules. While most people with round faces look best in square frames, and people with square faces tend to look better with round frames, this is not a requirement.

Frames are available in more unique shapes and bold colors than ever before. The only way to really know what looks best on you is to try on a variety of shapes and colors.

Don’t assume that the pair you will wind up liking is the one you are initially attracted to on the display rack. Many people are surprised at what styles they wind up preferring once they have tried several pairs on.

The decisions about glasses don’t end with frame selection.

Technology has advanced in the area of lenses, and patients have more options than ever when it comes to choosing lenses specific for the tasks they need to perform.

For some people, this means choosing anti-reflective lenses to prevent glare that can interfere with tasks such as computer work and night driving. Anti-reflective lenses also offer the advantage of improving the cosmetic appearance of glasses by reducing the glare that on-lookers will see on the glasses.

Other patients may benefit from Transitions lenses, which adjust by becoming tinted in different light levels. Patients with high prescriptions often prefer their lenses to be made out of hi-index plastic that makes their lenses thinner and lighter than regular plastic. People who are at more risk of head/face impacts, such as construction workers or hunters are safer in a lens material called polycarbonate, which is more shatter-resistant.

Most doctors will also prescribe polycarbonate lenses for children. Furthermore, people who spend a significant amount of time driving, or working outside can easily appreciate the high quality of vision they achieve by wearing polarized, prescription sun wear.

With the wide variety of lens options available today, it is not uncommon for people to realize they may benefit from having more than one pair of glasses, choosing different pairs that are specific for the different visual demands they experience in their day-to-day lives.

When making your resolutions for this New Year, consider investing in a new pair of glasses to achieve your fashion and func
tion goals.

Don’t be afraid to try something new and bold when you are selecting a frame, and select lens features that will allow you to achieve the best visual performance for your demands.

The right pair of glasses can definitely enhance your look and give you the edge you need to perform at your best.

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