Wear your prescription eyewear as prescribed. Your Doctor of Optometry (OD) will provide you with your best corrected vision so you can see your very best at distance and at near. The goal is that you will see “20/20”, the common measure for sharp vision viewing small letters on a letter chart. (Snellen chart). The eyeglasses prescribed will come with detailed instruction when and how to use your eyeglasses. If you are prescribed eyeglasses for full time use, distance only, reading only, driving only or computer use only it is important that you use them as directed for clear and comfortable vision. If you do not use your eyeglasses as prescribed it may result in eye strain, headaches or worsening vision. Your eyeglasses focus images clearly so that you can see things clearly and comfortable when you have them on. Using them will allow you to read longer, discern distance and near targets quicker and see signs when driving safely. Your eyeglasses will prevent excessive squinting, prevent blurry vision, double vision and serve as barrier protection from foreign bodies and harmful ultraviolet rays. Using your prescription eye wear also can cosmetically enhance your looks with designer frames that fit your face well and provide confidence with visual tasks and sports activities. Your eyeglasses use is the easy step to maximize your best vision.
About the author:
Dr. Lamont Bunyon is an award-winning optometrist and optometry practice coach who teaches fellow optometrists how to launch and grow their practices to leave a legacy without limiting their lifestyle. He is the owner of Special Eye Care, a community based private optometry practice serving Prince George’s County, Maryland and surrounding areas since 2005. He volunteers extensively with the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. and the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. mentoring young people. Dr. Lamont is father to two young sons, Micah and Madden and husband to fellow Doctor of Optometry, Dr. Mesheca. Dr. Bunyon can reached at DrLamontOD.com or on all social media @DrLamontOD. For optometrists looking to launch or grow their practice he can reached at superherodoc.com, his platform to empower optometrists to better serve their communities