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When you notice your glasses are dirty, it’s tempting to reach for the closest solution, whether that’s the sleeve of your sweater or the hem of your shirt. However, these materials are heavily abrasive and can create scratches on the lenses.

Getting new, clean eyeglasses after an eye exam can be exciting—until they get dirty. Having dirt, dust, and fingerprints on your lenses can be distracting. Thankfully, you can always clean them!

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Unlike the name suggests, an anti-reflective coating isn’t actually painted on the lens. Instead, it’s fused to the lens itself in layers to reduce reflection and let more light pass through.

When dirt shows up, it can be highly visible. Frequent, light cleaning can prevent dirt and grime from accumulating before they become visible.

Schedule a comprehensive eye exam at The Eye Avenue to get an updated prescription and meet the opticians who can help you get your ideal pair of glasses.

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Taking proper care of your glasses can help them last longer without degrading their quality. If your lenses have a special coating to make your life easier, ask our optometry team how to best care for them.

If your lenses have an anti-reflective coating, you must handle your eyeglasses carefully. You should gently clean your coated lenses with a microfiber cloth, water, and a gentle cleanser or dish soap to avoid damage to the lens.

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Always rinse your glasses with water at the outset, or use pre-moistened wipes if your optician recommends them. The moisture from water can help prevent damage caused by wiping debris away. If there’s debris caught in the nose pads or hinges of the arms, use a cotton swab to access those smaller areas.

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A lot of products can cause damage to the lens coating on your eyeglasses that you may otherwise think are harmless, such as:

Some cleaning methods should be avoided to protect your lenses from scratches in the coating. As your eye care team, we’re here to offer advice and directions on caring for your new pair of glasses to keep them looking sharp and pristine.

Glare can also be common while driving at night, particularly among people affected by astigmatism, which can cause halos around streetlights. An anti-reflective coating can reduce the appearance of glares at night to help keep you safe and reduce eye strain.

Maintaining the look and effectiveness of your anti-reflective coated lenses requires gentle cleaning so they last. Cleaning your glasses is simple. You only need a microfibre cloth, water, and lotion-free dishwashing soap.

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In situations with elevated levels of glare, an anti-reflective coating can reduce eye strain, headaches, and eye irritation. Working on screens can lead to computer vision syndrome—also known as digital eye strain. Anti-reflective lens coatings can help some people manage symptoms caused by digital eye strain.

“Amici prism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Amici%20prism. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

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Because of the nature of the coating, anti-reflective coatings on lenses can’t be repaired if damaged, so damaged lenses with coatings must be replaced to get the full benefit of the coating again.

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