Here at our Carlsbad optometry center, we are committed to going beyond expectations and helping our patients achieve effortless vision and optimal eye health. For many of our patients, that process includes selecting a pair of prescription glasses.
When you come in for a comprehensive eye exam, our Carlsbad optometry staff will determine if you need prescription lenses or if we need to update your prescription. Dr. Raja or Dr. Morgan will perform refractive error tests and other services to identify what prescription is necessary to correct your vision.
When you are selecting your frames, our wonderful opticians Susanna and Rhonda will help you find your perfect pair of frames and fit them to your face.
During your comprehensive exam, our doctors will determine which type of refractive error you have that needs to be corrected with contacts or glasses for optimal visual performance and eye health. Though each type affects your vision differently, they all cause blurred vision and require prescription lenses. Types of refractive errors include astigmatism, hyperopia, myopia, and presbyopia.
Astigmatism occurs when the cornea is misshapen and light cannot be bent properly. Hyperopia occurs when the eyeball is too short and light focuses behind the retina, affecting near vision. Myopia affects distance vision and happens when the eyeball is too short and the light focuses on the retina. With presbyopia, the lens starts to become less flexible with age, making it difficult to focus on close objects.
At the end of your appointment, one of our wonderful opticians will bring you over to our optical shop services section to select a pair of frames.
For most glasses wearers, the style, fit, and prescription of your glasses can impact many aspects of your daily life. Our staff always keeps this in mind when helping our patients select a new pair of frames. Whether you’re a frequent runner looking for something conducive to the California outdoors, a fashion-forward patient seeking frames that will make a statement, or anything in between, we will find the pair for you!