Is It Okay to Wear Broken Glasses?

Most people who require vision correction wear eyeglasses regularly. They are a convenient option to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia. If you wear glasses, you need to be careful to avoid damage. Accidents happen, and it is not uncommon to damage your eyewear. Broken glasses can be inconvenient and can affect your ability to function.

Damaged Eyeglasses

Eyeglasses can become damaged due to accidents or rough use. Your eyeglasses may have fallen, or you might sit or step on them. Regardless of the cause, the damage can inhibit your ability to see clearly.

Old and worn frames can become brittle, making them more susceptible to damage. Normal wear and tear can cause the frame to bend, crack, or even break. The damage can render the eyeglasses unwearable, and you may need to get your eyeglasses replaced or repaired.

 

Wearing Broken Eyeglasses

If you wear your eyeglasses throughout the day, ensure they function effectively. Wearing your glasses with a broken frame may not affect your vision, but it can be uncomfortable. A crooked or ill-fitting frame can interfere with uninterrupted vision clarity, while a cracked frame can potentially cause facial injuries. A broken lens will affect your ability to see clearly. You should replace damaged lenses as soon as possible.

 

Repairing Broken Glass Frames

If your glasses break, you may be able to repair the damage yourself. A bent frame may be easy to fix, but this will depend on the material. Plastic frames are simpler to fix than metal ones, which may require special welding equipment.

If the damage is severe, do not risk repairing the glasses yourself. It may cause further damage. Taking your eyeglasses for professional repair will ensure a precise job. Many professional outlets can make minor frame adjustments at little or no cost.

 

Professional Glass Repair

There are good reasons to take your eyeglasses to a professional for repair.

·      You can avoid causing further damage by taking your broken glasses to a professional. You will avoid the cost of replacing your delicate eyewear.

·      Professionals have the expertise and special equipment to fix different frames, ensuring they fit correctly.

Professionals are skilled and work quickly. You will not have to be without your eyewear for long.

·      If you take your damaged eyeglasses to your regular shop, you can potentially get the service at a subsidized cost.

Many retailers offer extended warranties on their glasses at a small fee, which will make it easy to get your glasses repaired if they break.

 

Caring for Your Glasses

Taking good care of your eyeglasses will help to ensure they provide good service for a long time. If your eyeglasses are damaged, you can get them repaired. If the frame breaks or the nose pad is loose, the damage is easy to fix.

Broken lenses must be repaired professionally. Taking your broken glasses to a professional will ensure they are restored carefully and precisely. Before you attempt to repair your glasses at home, determine the extent of the damage. Adjusting a bent frame might not be difficult, but being too heavy-handed can cause the frame to break.

For more on whether it is okay to wear broken glasses, visit Glenpool Eye Care at our office in Glenpool, Oklahoma. Call (918) 233-8400 to book an appointment today.