Eyeglasses for children are now fun, colorful, and available in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. The latest children’s frames are also durable enough to survive the rough and tumble play of today’s children.
Important factors to take into account when choosing children’s eyewear
When it comes to children’s eyeglasses, there are many styles to choose from, yet several other important factors must be taken into consideration before finalizing a purchase. The variety of styles, colors, and shapes available can be overwhelming but not all of them will be a suitable match for your child. The challenge is in finding a pair that the child likes and will be willing to wear, while you are being confident that it won’t wear out or break easily.
Eyeglass Frame Material
Children’s eyewear frames are usually made of either metal or plastic. Since production technology has advanced tremendously in the last decade, both plastic and metal frames can be equally durable, light, and inexpensive. Consider your child’s preference, as he or she might find one style more comfortable than the other.
If your child has allergies to metals or if the prescribed lenses are thick, the optician can recommend the lightest frame for enhanced comfort.
Lens material
Children’s lenses are usually made of polycarbonate or Trivex. Both materials are significantly more impact-resistant, and thus safer than regular lens materials. Another advantage of polycarbonate and Trivex is their lightweight, which is especially important if prescribed lenses are strong. Wearing them will be much more comfortable!
Bridge fit
Children’s noses are not fully developed and they don’t have a bridge to prevent plastic frames from sliding down. The optician will evaluate each frame individually to make sure it fits the bridge. The glasses must stay in place because kids tend to look right over the tops of the lenses instead of pushing slipping glasses back up where they belong. The experienced personnel at our shop will be the best judge of whether a frame fits properly.
