Can we keep the frame and change the lenses ?

Installing New Lenses on an Old Frame

Changing lenses is often associated with acquiring a new pair of glasses. However, it is entirely possible to have your new lenses installed on an existing frame. Here's everything you need to know about installing new lenses on an old pair of prescription glasses.

Reasons to Install New Lenses

In most cases, the installation of new lenses is motivated by a decrease in vision. During an appointment with an ophthalmologist, an evolution in visual acuity may be noted. In this case, the optical professional must prescribe a new visual correction. The individual must then have the optician install new lenses on their pair of prescription glasses.

Additionally, a person may wish to change their lenses to add a specific additional treatment, such as an anti-scratch treatment, anti-reflective coating, or blue light filter. These treatments are particularly useful for people who spend a lot of time in front of screens or who simply want to extend the life of their lenses. Finally, changing lenses can also be motivated by scratches or any other damage to the glass equipment.

The Advantages of Keeping Your Old Frame

Changing lenses can be an opportunity to completely change your pair of glasses for some people. However, keeping your old frame has many advantages. Indeed, installing new lenses on the same frame is primarily a financial gain. This solution is always more economical than buying a new pair adapted to the new prescription.

Installing new lenses on the old pair of glasses is also more ecological because it prevents wasting a frame. This helps reduce waste and promote anti-waste. By keeping your old frame, you contribute to reducing waste and a more responsible consumption. Finally, it allows the person to keep their old pair, which they may be accustomed to and which has suited them perfectly until now.

The Essential Conditions for Such Lens Installation

To have new lenses installed on your old frame, presenting a prescription is essential. This document allows the optician to apply the appropriate correction and for the person to benefit from financial coverage. A recent prescription ensures that the visual correction is up to date, which is crucial to avoid eye strain or headaches.

Furthermore, a condition for installing new lenses on the old frame is the good condition of the latter. The optician can only install new lenses on an undamaged frame to ensure the optical equipment is efficient. A frame in good condition is essential to ensure the stability of the lenses and the quality of vision. If the frame is damaged, it may not properly support the lenses, leading to blurred vision or other visual correction issues.

How to Know if Your Frame is Suitable?

Before deciding to keep your old frame and simply change the lenses, it's important to check if it is in good condition. Here are some points to consider:

1. Stability: The frame should be stable and not have any play at the hinges.
2. Integrity: There should be no cracks or breaks in the frame.
3. Alignment: The frame should be well-aligned so that the lenses are correctly positioned in front of your eyes.
4. Comfort: Ensure that the frame is still comfortable to wear, without pressure points or discomfort.

If your frame meets these conditions, it is probably suitable for receiving new lenses.

Types of Lenses Available

When you decide to install new lenses on your old frame, you have several options in terms of types of lenses:

1. Single vision lenses: They correct a single visual defect, such as myopia or hyperopia.
2. Progressive lenses: They correct multiple visual defects simultaneously, such as myopia and presbyopia.
3. Protective lenses: They include special treatments, such as anti-scratch, anti-reflective, and blue light filters.

Each type of lens has its advantages and can be tailored to your specific visual correction needs.

A Service Available on Seecly

On Seecly, this service is available in the "Replace my lenses" section. By choosing the single lens pack, a prepaid label will be sent to you to send in your frame. This practical and economical service allows you to benefit from a new visual correction without changing your habits, while promoting anti-waste and saving money.

The Steps to Replace Your Lenses on Seecly

Here are the simple steps to replace your lenses on Seecly:

1. Choose the single lens pack: Go to the "Replace my lenses" section and select the single lens pack.
2. Receive the prepaid label: Seecly will send you a prepaid label to send in your frame.
3. Send your frame: Use the label to send your old frame to Seecly.
4. Installation of the new lenses: Seecly's opticians will install your new lenses on your old frame.
5. Receive your glasses: You will receive your pair of glasses with the new lenses installed, ready to use.

Conclusion

Changing lenses while keeping your frame is a practical and economical option. It allows you to benefit from a new visual correction without changing your habits. It also promotes anti-waste and contributes to financial savings. On Seecly, you will find a variety of refurbished glasses, offering a sustainable and practical alternative to meet your vision and optical needs.

In summary, the possibility of keeping your frame and simply changing the lenses offers a multitude of advantages: it is economical, ecological, and practical. Thanks to Seecly's services, this process is simplified and accessible, allowing everyone to enjoy optimal visual correction without compromising comfort and personal style preferences. Don't hesitate any longer, visit Seecly and discover how you can easily and effectively improve your vision while making an environmentally-friendly choice.