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Trends in Eyeglasses Frames for 2023

Choosing glasses frames can be overwhelming! Here at Rochester Optical, we do our best to find the perfect frame for your face shape, lifestyle, and budget. In today’s blog post, we’re taking a closer look at 2023 trends in glasses frames. Learn more, and schedule your eye doctor’s appointment today!   Athletic-Inspired Frames Athletic-inspired frames…

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What to Look For In Your Optometrist

What To Look For In Your Optometrist

Your optometrist is an important part of your eye care team. You want to make sure you find an optometrist who is a good fit for you and your family. From experience to location, the team at Rochester Optical is here with four things to look for in your optometrist. From eye exams and updating…

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How to Prepare For Your Eye Exam

No matter how old you are, it’s important to have regular eye exams, even if you don’t think anything is wrong with your vision! But what do you need to bring or how should you prepare for your upcoming eye exam appointment?  The team at Rochester Optical in Rochester is here to help you get…

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How Aging Affects Vision

Changes in your vision are normal with age, but it is important to make an appointment with an eye doctor near you when you begin to notice these changes. Rochester Optical’s team of eye care professionals is here to help you with weakening vision, cataracts, dry eyes, and maintaining eye health.  If you are located…

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How to Avoid Eye Strain Rochester Optical

How to Avoid Eye Strain

Try out these eye care tips to prevent eye strain and book an eye exam today! If you are constantly rubbing your eyes, or your eyes often feel dry, itchy, or heavy as if you are sleepy, it could mean that your eyes are strained. In order to avoid eye strain, there are a few…

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Top 5 Smart Glasses That Are Available Now

Top 5 Smart Glasses That Are Available Now

While they seem like they’d only exist in the future, smart glasses technology is available now — and it’s as awesome as you’d think. Now, you can have all of the information you need, from scheduling to social media and more, just by looking through a pair of glasses.  In today’s post, we’re going to…

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5 Tips to Prevent Computer Vision Syndrome

5 Tips to Prevent Computer Vision Syndrome

Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) is essentially a group of different eye and vision problems that are caused by prolonged exposure to looking at digital, LED-lit screens, including headaches, eye strain, dry eyes, blurred vision, and more. At Rochester Optical, your eye health is important to us, and while we live in a digital age, we…

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Colored Contacts FAQs

If you or your child are interested in wearing colored contacts, check out our FAQ and guide to wearing them safely. Schedule an appointment with the optometrists at Rochester Optical to discuss colored contacts and have a lens fitting. What is the Purpose of Colored Contacts? Colored contacts are used for cosmetic purposes. They are…

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Glasses Currently In Style

Hello friends and welcome to 2021! Is this the year that you finally get that new pair of glasses you’ve had your eye on? We think so! We have compiled our top three glasses frame shapes that are currently in style, for your convenience. Learn more about each glasses frame shape and what makes them…

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Vision Changes With Age

Your vision is likely to undergo some changes as you get older. Additionally, people who are older have a higher risk of developing certain eye diseases and retinal disorders. In today’s blog, we’ll discuss the importance of getting an annual eye exam, which eye problems are commonly related to older age, and how to prevent…

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