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Blue Light Blocking Glasses

Blue Light Blocking Glasses

In today's digital age, most of us spend a significant amount of time staring at screens. Be it our smartphones, laptops, tablets or televisions, we expose ourselves to a lot of blue light, which can lead to eye strain, fatigue and even disrupt our sleep patterns.
June 15, 2023
The Impact of Blue Light on Sleep

The Impact of Blue Light on Sleep

With the rise of technology, we now spend more time staring at screens than ever before. From our phones to our laptops, we are constantly exposed to blue light, which can impact our sleep quality. Blue light is part of the visible light spectrum that
June 15, 2023
Glasses Measurements

Glasses Measurements

Have you ever wondered what the numbers on one of the arms of your glasses meant? Or maybe you didn't even notice that the glasses had numbers written on them? The measures for eyeglasses are written as numerals on the inside of the arm. They're one technique to discover a glasses size that...
March 08, 2023
How to keep glasses from slipping

How to keep glasses from slipping

Are you always asking “why are my glasses always slipping?” Your glasses can help you with a lot of things, helping you see, protecting your eyes from harmful blue light, and UV rays - though one of the most annoying things your can experience with your glasses are them slipping down your nose. The reason...
March 08, 2023
Blue Light Glasses: Do they work?

Blue Light Glasses: Do they work?

One of the most common problems in our day and age is the exposure that we give ourselves to screens like television, computers, and phones - exposure to these screens have seen to cause a lot of eye strain, headaches, and insomnia in some patients. You may have heard of...
February 24, 2023
DresdenGO Blog: How Should Your Glasses Fit?

How Should Your Glasses Fit?

Your glasses should not feel too tight on the side of your face. If your glasses feel uncomfortably tight and you are finding that the sides of your glasses are stretching out when you put them on then this could be an indication that your glasses are too tight. The end temples of your glasses...

February 24, 2023
Polarized vs. Non-Polarized Sunglasses

Polarized vs. Non-Polarized Sunglasses

If you are a sunglasses lover or are looking to purchase a pair of sunglasses you have probably come across the term ‘polarized sunglasses’. You may have also seen a little ‘p’ letter on the lens of the sunglasses or noticed the sunglasses being described as polarized. The use of...
February 24, 2023
The Best Glasses For Round Face

The Best Glasses For Round Face

Firstly, it is virtual that you determine if you have a round face in order to pick out the best glasses for yourself. Start by taking a tape measurer or a flexible ruler and begin to measure the distance between the centre of your hairline to the pointiest point of your chin. Once you have measured...
February 13, 2023
How To Find The Right Glasses

How To Find The Right Glasses

Choosing the right pair of frames for your glasses can be difficult, especially if it is your first time or if you are switching out your frame after using your previous pair for a while as it can take some time to adjust to the look of new frames. Though it is particularly important to make sure that you... 
February 10, 2023
How To Clean Your Glasses The Right Way

How To Clean Your Glasses The Right Way

Rubbing your glasses with a dry microfiber cloth can actually damage your lenses when you clean your glasses with a dry cloth, this redistributes grease and rubs microscopic debris that can actually damage your lenses. This is why it...
January 24, 2023
Reading Glasses Strength Guide

Reading Glasses Strength Guide

Have you ever noticed that some people start pulling down their glasses in order to read? Or have to stretch their arms out super long. This is called presbyopia, it is when the eyes gradually lose the ability to see things clearly up close, this is a normal part of ageing. When we...
January 24, 2023