Unsure if your prescription is still working for you? Trying to decide whether or not it's time to book an appointment with a White Plains optician? There are several indicators that your prescription needs to be changed. Knowing these five signs will help you decide if you need a new pair of glasses:

1. You’re Experiencing Blurry Vision

Blurry, unclear, or double vision is the clearest sign that your prescription needs to be changed. Simply put, if your glasses aren't helping you see, you need to book an appointment to have your prescription changed. Neglecting to do so could result in some of the many side effects listed below.

2. You’re Sensitive to Light

Though it's normal to squint a little more than usual on a summer day, bright lights shouldn't cause you to cover your eyes or wince in pain. Light sensitivity is a common sign that you're wearing the wrong prescription, so be sure to mention how you handle both indoor and outdoor lights to your optometrist. 

3. You Get Headaches Frequently

Suddenly getting more headaches than ever before? Frequent and painful headaches are a sign that you're in need of a new pair of glasses. Along with headaches, you may also experience dry or watery eyes and trouble focusing.

4. Your Eyes Feel Tired

If you feel as though your eyes are tired, strained, or sore, you may be wearing the wrong prescription. Other causes of eye fatigue include the amount of sleep you're getting each night, allergies, and focusing excessively on one object. 

Not sure how to determine whether or not your eye strain is caused by your prescription and not any of the other factors? The most telling sign is that your eyes feel sore or tired for more than two days. To know for sure, you should consider reaching out to an eye doctor to get their opinion. 

5. You Find Yourself Squinting

Do you catch yourself squinting in order to see better? When we squint, it lessens the amount of concentrated light that reaches our eyes. This does help us to see certain things, but it shouldn't be necessary if you have the right prescription. 

Of course, it's possible that your squinting has nothing to do with your prescription. The key is to keep track of whether or not it happens when you're wearing your glasses (it shouldn't) and what time of day it happens. If you find yourself squinting more at night, you should book an eye exam as soon as you can. 

Raphael Opticians Is Here to Help!

If you're in need of an eye exam to correct your prescription or looking for a stylish new pair of glasses, Raffy's is the place for you. At Raphael Opticians, we are a collective of experienced opticians in White Plains, New York. With over 50 years in this industry, we can offer clients professional, courteous, and reliable services on their schedule.

To book an appointment or ask any questions you may have, please email us at info@raphaelopticians.com or call us at 914-949-0575. You can also come visit us in person at 339 Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains, NY 10605 US.