Little Eyes, Big Style: A Parent’s Guide to Choosing Eyeglasses for Kids
Comfort and style are crucial factors when it comes to children's eyeglasses. Kids are likelier to wear their glasses consistently when they feel comfortable in them and when the frames reflect their style.
At Shady Grove Eye and Vision Care in Rockville, our children's eyeglasses have kids in mind, featuring durable, lightweight materials, flexible frames, and fun, colorful designs.
Finding the Right Frame Fit for Comfortable Kids’ Eyeglasses
A proper, comfortable fit is crucial for children's eyeglasses. Frames should neither be too large nor too small; too close to the cheekbone or higher than the eyebrow. They should fit well, not exceeding the width of the face itself.
Frames should also be small enough for your child to wear without feeling self-conscious but not too small to forget or lose. The temple fit is equally important to ensure glasses sit comfortably without causing pressure or feeling too loose. Opting for frames with spring hinges and sport temples can provide added durability and extend the wear life of the glasses.
Material-wise, children's frames should be strong, break-resistant, and lightweight. Titanium frames are light yet robust and are an excellent choice. Polycarbonate lenses, highly impact-resistant, are ideal for children's glasses.
Guidance is crucial as the middle of the glasses should align precisely with the pupils. Even minor fitting errors can significantly impact vision correction, so avoid buying large eyeglasses and hope your child will grow into them. They should fit correctly from the start.
Nose Comfort Matters: Finding the Perfect Bridge Fit for Kids Eyeglasses
Children have smaller noses and bridges, making nose support important for their comfort while wearing glasses. We recommend well-fitted, padded nose bridges. Glasses resting on the pressure points will be uncomfortable and likely go unworn.
Our eye doctors and opticians suggest frames with gel padding on the nose bridge for added comfort.
Glasses That Keep Up with Your Little All-Star: Kids' Sports Glasses
Active children often face challenges with glasses slipping, breaking, or getting lost during sports and physical activities. Special sports glasses designed for children, crafted entirely from plastic with hingeless temples, offer a practical solution for children who need vision correction and eye protection during games or regular play.
These glasses feature an elastic strap for a secure fit during sports, ensuring they stay in place even with vigorous movements. Sports glasses are also made of polycarbonate wraparound lenses, so they are highly impact-resistant and can withstand accidental impacts and falls, providing additional safety for your child's eyes.
Available in various fun and colorful designs, sports glasses can serve as a versatile additional pair since wearing them outside of physical activities won't cause any harm.
Eyewear with a Personal Touch: Let Your Child Choose!
The key to a successful eyeglass selection is involving your child. Allowing your child to choose their frames can be an exciting and empowering experience that gives them a sense of ownership over their eyewear and boosts their confidence. It encourages them to express their individuality and personal style, which makes wearing glasses more enjoyable, as children will be proud to show off their unique eyewear.
If they love their glasses, they will be more likely to wear them consistently and perform better in various activities such as sports and learning at school.