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I need glasses, but the budget is tight. What are my options?

I need glasses, but the budget is tight. What are my options?

Today, more than ever, our clients are feeling the impacts of inflation and challenging economic times.  While they may have purchased designer frames and top-grade lenses before, they are now hesitant to spend the money.  At Sightcare, we want to work with you to ensure you get the prescription glasses you need while still looking

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I am a skier and snowboarder what kinds of sunglasses should I purchase

I am a skier and snowboarder what kinds of sunglasses should I purchase?

While any high-quality sunglasses are better than none at all, we highly recommend Polarized lenses.  Polarized lenses are important for outdoor winter sports because they reduce glare, enhance visibility, and improve eye comfort. Glare Reduction – snow is highly reflective, and sunlight bouncing off its surface creates intense glare.  Polarized lenses filter out horizontal light

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Why are eye glasses and contact lens prescriptions different?

Why are eye glasses and contact lens prescriptions different?

One of the biggest misconceptions we deal with at Sight Care is that many members of the public believe that their lens prescription for eyeglasses can be used to get contact lenses.  This is not the case. The difference in prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses arises because of how these vision-correcting devices are positioned

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A deeper look at Glaucoma – January is Glaucoma Awareness Month.

A deeper look at Glaucoma – January is Glaucoma Awareness Month.

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month.  Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve.  The 3 most common causes of Glaucoma are: Increased Intraocular Pressure – increased pressure, which can happen when the fluid cannot drain due to a blockage, can damage the optic nerve if left untreated. Poor blood flow to

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What is the difference between “Good”, “Better” and “Best” when purchasing lenses?

We get quite a few people coming into our clinics who are uncertain about what lenses to choose for their needs.  Considering that a set of lenses can cost as little as $89 all the way up to about $1300, what are the differences in quality that impact such a wide range of price?  We

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