You’ve just walked out of your eye exam with a fresh prescription in hand. Now comes the fun part: purchasing a new pair of glasses. Luckily, you won’t have to scour high and low to find quality and fashion-forward specs–your optometrist is right here!
Your eye doctor isn’t just a professional who determines an accurate prescription–they’re your partner in eye care! They’re here to help you maintain clear and comfortable vision for years to come.
When you purchase glasses from your trusted optometrist, you’re investing in expertise, care, and long-term support that extends far beyond the initial sale.
Here are our top 5 reasons why purchasing glasses from your optometrist is a smart choice:
- Years of industry experience
- Perfectly fitting glasses
- Quality you can trust
- Ongoing support
- Warranties & insurance
1. Industry Experience
Your vision prescription is as unique as your fingerprint. Your optometrist has years of dedicated experience in vision science and lens technology. Quality glasses start in the exam room, which is why we take the time to understand each person’s unique needs.
If there’s been a significant jump in your prescription, we can recommend any lens features to make this an easier transition. If you have a strong prescription, a high-index lens can reduce weight and improve comfort. Our job is to make sure you’re walking away with glasses you love that also deliver flawless vision.
It’s not just your visual concerns that matter; lifestyle also plays a role in finding glasses that are perfect for you.
If you spend long hours in front of a screen, specialized computer lenses can help reduce visual fatigue and keep your eyes more comfortable throughout the day. Enjoy the outdoors? Polarized sunglasses with UV protection are great for reducing glare and protecting your eyes in bright conditions.
2. Find the Perfect Fit
Finding glasses that fit properly involves so much more than picking a frame that looks incredible in the mirror.
Poor-fitting specs might slide down your nose or pinch your temples, leaving you with headaches and discomfort. When your glasses don’t truly fit, you’re less likely to reach for them, forcing your eyes to work harder than they have to.
Without precise measurements, the quality of your vision correction suffers. This is where your optometrist steps in.
Their training allows them to accurately measure your pupillary distance (PD), proper temple length, and nose pad adjustments for optimal comfort. They understand how frame width affects peripheral vision and can spot when a frame sits too high or too low on your nose.

3. Quality You Can Trust
While trying on new frames is fun, the real power of eyeglasses lies in the lenses. From the material of the frame to lens coatings, every detail matters.
Certain frames feel flimsy or break within months. It’s frustrating–and we hear this story all too often.
When you buy glasses from your optometrist, you’re getting products they’ve personally vetted and stand behind. Most practices, such as our own, carefully select their frame and lens suppliers based on quality, durability, and customer satisfaction.
Besides, optometrists are up-to-date with the latest developments in lens technology and frame designs. When new innovations hit the market–like enhanced progressive lens designs or anti-glare coatings–we learn directly from industry experts, making it easier to explain how these new improvements benefit you.
When you buy glasses from your optometrist, you’re making an investment in your vision and overall comfort. Trust us, you’ll see the difference.
4. Ongoing Support
Life happens—glasses break, prescriptions change, and sometimes you just need a quick adjustment. When you buy your glasses from your optometrist, you’re getting more than a product. You’re getting a partner in your vision care.
We’re here to help if your frames need a tune-up, repair, or even a thorough cleaning. And if your prescription changes within a certain timeframe, we often have policies in place to make the transition easier for you.
It’s an ongoing relationship that’s especially valuable for progressive lens wearers or those with complex prescriptions. Your optometrist keeps records of what works for you, making future purchases smoother and more successful.
5. Warranties & Insurance
You might assume that buying glasses from your optometrist is automatically more expensive, but this isn’t always true. Our office can help you maximize your vision insurance and explain exactly what’s covered.
Vision insurance plans often provide better coverage for in-network providers, which typically includes your optometrist’s office. They can also help you understand your benefits and timing—for instance, when you’re eligible for new frames versus just updated lenses.
Not to mention, the ongoing partnerships optometrists have with their manufacturers extend to warranties. If your frames break or the lens coatings scratch, instead of trying to repair them on your own, let our team handle the rest so you can focus on proper care.
Invest in Your Vision
Your eyesight is irreplaceable. So, finding quality glasses that you love, support your vision, and feel comfortable, matters more than you think. When you’re unhappy with your glasses–maybe they improperly or give you headaches–you’re less likely to reach for them. Your eyes deserve better than that, and so do you.
When you take the time to purchase glasses from your optometrist, you’re investing in your vision–a value that extends far beyond the initial purchase. At Lake Country Optometry, we’re here to make this experience as seamless as we can. From your routine eye exam to picking up your glasses, we’re your dedicated partners in eye care.
We’d love to help—book your eye exam or stop in to explore our frames. We look forward to seeing you!