The Tifler Blog

Query : If I wear prescription spectacles, will that make my eyes weaker or stronger?

Response : spectacles correct Optical faults when they are worn, but they have no effect - good or bad - on the Visual system within the eye and ‘t therefore make the eyes weaker or stronger. When you wear eyeglasses you see better and more comfortably.

Query : I presume, that is my vision is 20/20, then there is no need for me to wear glasses - is this correct?

Response : Young people who are very long-sighted may use their strong near focusing muscles to see clearly at a distance and thus correct their long-sightedness. People who use these muscles constantly, tend to suffer from headaches because of chronic eyestrain. By putting on specs, you might maintain good vision and reduce eyestrain.

Query : might I damage my eyes if wear the wrong glasses?

Reply : It is not a good idea to use a prescription that is not intended for your eyes, but you ‘t inflict any damage to your eyes if you do. Someone else’s spectacles could give you a headache, make you dizzy, and cause eye-strain, so using them is not recommended.

QUESTION : Will tinted contacts hurts my eyes?

Response : Tinted lenses can be worn if you enjoy the cosmetic effect or want to shield your eyes from glare or bright sunlight.

QUESTION : Does reading damage my eyes?

Response : You will not cause any damage to your eyes by reading a lot. You may’t cause Optic faults through your actions-they are the result of intra-ocular problems. What might happen, is that people who read a lot tend to be more aware of headaches or eyestrain, and so have a high likelihood of seeking advice. It is important to understand, that the visual defect was not caused by reading a lot.