FYeyes Blog Posts

Cost of Eye Glasses in Alberta

The cost of eye glasses depends on several factors - your prescription, lens index, lens coatings, warranty and more.

Eyeglass Prescription: OD/OS Meaning

OS and OS are abbreviations for the Latin terms oculus sinister (OS) and oculus dextrus (OD). OS refers to the left eye, while OD refers to the right eye.

Progressive Lenses

Due to their no line multifocal design, progressive lenses have a higher price point than single vision prescription lenses. They typically begin at $300-350 (circa 2024).

Blue Light Glasses Reduce Eye Strain

Blue light filtering eyeglass lenses can offer several personal comfort benefits and indirect health benefits, but the science is inconclusive in terms of whether blue light protection is necessary.

Polycarbonate Eyeglass Lenses

Lightweight and impact resistant, polycarbonate eyeglass lenses are the most common type of lenses sold. However, they may not be the best choice for everyone.

Photochromic, Light-Sensitive Eye Glass Lenses

Photochromic, light sensitive, lenses are a popular choice for people who desired prescription glasses and sunglasses in one pair of glasses. Like any product that combines the best of two worlds, they have pros and cons.

Transitions Photochromic Light Sensitive Eyeglass Lenses

Transitions™ lenses and Transitions™ XtrActive® lenses are both photochromic lenses that darken in response to UV light. However, there are some notable differences between these two types of eyeglass lenses.

Computer Vision Syndrome

Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS), also known as Digital Eye Strain, refers to a group of symptoms that occur due to prolonged or excessive use of digital devices, such as computers, smartphones, and tablets.

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