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| 4 Ways to Save on Eye Care |
Submitted by:
JillMaria 09/24/2009 10:05 AM
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Editor's Note: This tip was originally submitted as a comment in response to the tip How to Buy Prescription Eyeglasses & Save up to 90%. (FYI Pinky's question was: "Doesn't anyone other then me need their frames adjusted? How do you get that done by going through an online store? Just curious.")
For Pinky's question, here goes.
My stepfather used to own a chain of optical stores, so I literally NEVER paid for the optician's visit, simple medication, contacts, eyeglasses, sunglasses, and extra supplies. When he sold his business and I had to buy my own, I was shocked senseless by the prices!
Number one - you can buy contacts for extra cheap online, just tell them the prescription, size, etc.
Number two - by law, opthamologists and opticians HAVE to give you your prescription (the original) if you ask for it - this is everywhere in the U.S. This is too inhibit price-gouging.
Number three - if you need to have your frames adjusted, screws replaced, or new nose cushions, just go to one of the big chain optical stores and request they do this while you wait. Don't tell them where you got your glasses, this is a no-cost service and to pay for this is highway robbery. You may also request some supplies such as contact lens holders, etc. for free.
Number four - make sure they clean your glasses before leaving, again, no cost and they will sparkle. Ask your optician for the best INGREDIENTS to use for youur contact lens fluid, then match it with generic or low-cost fluid at grocery or drug stores. You can also ask your eye doctor for samples; believe me, he has ALOT. Finally, at home, clean your glasses with just a dab of Dawn, warm water, and a soft, lint-free cloth or a coffee filter. Sorry for the long post and I hope this helps! |
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