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By Isabella Sara Novack
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Maria holds a BSc Honours in Ophthalmic Dispensing and has over 17 years of optical experience.
Glasses hinges - The small joints connecting the frame front to the temples (arms) of the glasses. They allow the glasses to fold and unfold. High-quality hinges contribute to the durability and comfort of your glasses, making them more resilient to wear and tear.

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Glasses cylinder

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Glasses cylinder - The cylinder (CYL) value indicates the amount of lens power needed to correct the uneven curvature of the cornea. The CYL power can be written in + or - Cyl. The CYL power will always have an axis direction. This value is combined with the axis to properly align the corrective power in the lenses, ensuring sharper vision.

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Glasses axis

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Glasses axis - A component of an eyeglass prescription for astigmatism, the axis is a number between 0 and 180 degrees that specifies the orientation of the cylinder correction. It ensures that the lenses are positioned correctly to compensate for the irregular shape of the cornea, helping to provide clear vision.

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Dry eyes

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Dry eyes - A condition where the eye may not produce enough tears or the tears produced are of poor quality ,leading to irritation, redness, and a gritty feeling. Dry eyes can be caused by various factors, such as tear evaporation, poor blinking and blocked meibomian glands. Risk factors include aging, certain medications, environmental conditions, or prolonged screen time. Treatment may include artificial tears, lifestyle changes, or other medical interventions.

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Driving glasses

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Driving glasses are glasses/lenses may incorporate an anti-reflective coating that eliminates the glare from street lights or headlights, helping drivers by reducing the risk of being blinded by light. They're often worn at night, but driving sunglasses also exist.

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Diopter

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Diopter (D) - A unit of measurement used to measure the power of a lens, indicating its ability to bend light. Diopters is the measurement used to record nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. For instance, a lens with a -2.00 diopter is used to correct myopia, meaning it helps focus distant objects more clearly.

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Corneal ulcer

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Corneal ulcer - A serious eye condition that affects the cornea, usually due to infection from bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites. Symptoms include severe pain, redness, discharge, and blurred vision. Corneal ulcers require prompt medical treatment to prevent permanent vision loss.

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Corneal abrasion

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Corneal abrasion - A scratch or injury to the cornea, the eye's clear, protective layer. Symptoms include pain, redness, watery eyes or increased tearing, and sensitivity to light. While some corneal abrasions heal on their own, more often they need additional eyedrops to speed up the cell regeneration. They can also sometimes lead to infections if not properly treated, so it’s important to seek medical attention if symptoms persist.

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Conjunctivitis

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Conjunctivitis involves the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva, the thin, clear tissue covering the white part of the eye and the inside of the eyelids. Symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and discharge. Conjunctivitis can be caused by bacteria, viruses, allergens (in which case it's also known as pink eye), or irritants, Bacteria conjunctivitis is often highly contagious.

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Computer glasses

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Computer glasses - Specialized eyeglasses that optimize your vision when working on computers or other digital screens. Their viewing zone at the correct distance for computer work, thereby reducing digital eye strain and discomfort at intermediate distances. They also tend to come with blue light blocking coating, and an anti-reflective coating that reduces glare and improves contrast.

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