Glasses Guide: Prescription Meanings & Lens Care

Understanding eyeglass prescription numbers is key to choosing the right lenses for nearsightedness. Proper maintenance, including repairing scratches and adjusting plastic frames, extends the life of your transition lenses.

Types of Eye Glasses for Someone Nearsighted

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Beth Richards

Nearsightedness, or myopia is a common vision problem that affects about four out of every 10 people. People who are nearsighted have trouble seeing in the distance.

What Do Prescription Numbers Mean in Eye Glasses?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Beth Richards

According to Refractive Error Source, it is common to have some degree of imperfect vision because light does not focus correctly on most people's retinas. Most vision issues can be corrected with eyeglasses.

Beth Richards, a freelance writer since 2002, writes about health and draws from her 25 years as a licensed dispensing optician. She has authored several books, writes for national magazines including "Country Living" and "Organic Family" and is a health and wellness features writer for several publications. She is earning a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Maryland.