Eyeglasses for children come in a great variety nowadays. Choosing a right pair of children’s eyewear can be quite a difficult task for parents. In most cases, prior homework is necessary. Otherwise the time spent in an optical store can be very long. Of course, the whole procedure may be baffling. Parents are encouraged to make enough preparation of knowledge of children eyeglasses before entering an eyewear shop.
The most important criterion is that children eyeglasses must provide precise vision correction and comfort. Children eyeglasses can be part-time or full-time, depending on personal visual needs. Some kids with severe myopia or hyperopia have to wear corrective glasses during most of their daily activities. And some children are advised to wear their glasses only during studies.
Safety should be given a top priority. Children’s eyes are more fragile than adults’ and their eyes are still under development. There are several requirements of children eyeglasses associated with safety. Children’s eyeglasses should fit well, neither too loose nor too tight. The arms should be long enough in order to go around the ears. Children eyeglasses are usually manufactured with spring hinges, in case of breakage. And the lenses are usually force-resistant.
Eyeglass frame is another factor that should be considered. In general, most of the children’s glasses are made with plastic or metal frames. Moreover, a boy usually prefers eyeglass frames with a double bridge, while a female child likes more a single bridge. One point is true that any type of frame prescribed by an eye doctor should be a consensus among the doctor, the parents and the kid.
For children loving sports, regular corrective eyeglasses are not enough. They may still need sports goggles and prescription sunglasses. These glasses can protect children from both UV radiation and unexpected eye injuries.