If you need a vision corrective solution, you may be wondering whether to choose eyeglasses or contact lenses. Ultimately, there are advantages to both options, and the one you select will depend on your personal preferences. Before choosing, take the time to learn about their unique distinctions.

Contacts

Some people prefer contact lenses because they do not want to obscure their face with glasses. Whether they’re playing sports or jogging in the rain, contacts offer increased freedom during physical activity or inclement weather. Contacts also seamlessly conform to the natural curvature of your eye, which effectively eliminates vision distortion that may sometimes occur when wearing glasses. Those with strong vision prescriptions may also prefer contacts, as lenses for such prescriptions may be quite thick and make the eyes appear either smaller or larger.

Eyeglasses

Glasses are a traditional, effective method to improve eyesight. Some people prefer to wear glasses because they do not need to worry about the more stringent cleaning, care, and routine replacement required of contact lenses. While glasses do need to be stored in a case and cleaned with a microfiber cloth, many people find contact lenses more challenging to insert and wear. Furthermore, glasses do not pose any risk of eye infections, while the bacteria on improperly maintained contact lenses may cause health concerns. Contact lenses may also sometimes make people’s eyes feel dry or irritated after extended wear, which is not an issue with glasses.

Ultimately, both eyeglasses and contacts work well to improve vision. If you need help selecting the right option for you, look to the experienced optometrists at Alexander Eye Associates & Optical in Rochester, NY. They also provide eye exams and Lasik surgery. To learn about how this team will assist with your eye care needs, visit the website. To make an appointment, call (585) 325-3070.