Frequently Asked Questions - Main Street Optometry - Vision Source

What are Optometrists, Opticians and Ophthalmologists?

An optometrist (OD) examines eyes for both vision and health problems, prescribes glasses, and fits contact lenses. Optometrists prescribe many ophthalmic medications and may participate in your pre- and postoperative care if you have eye surgery. An optometrist must complete four years of post-graduate optometry school. Find out more about Dr. Renee Laliberte's education and training.

An optician is not a doctor, but in some states they must complete training and be licensed. And in some states they can become certified, after special training, to fit contact lenses. Most opticians sell and fit eyeglasses, sunglasses, and specialty eyewear that are made to an optometrist's or ophthalmologist's prescription. Although Michigan does not require opticians to be licensed, Dr. Laliberte encourages Main Street Optometry's opticians to complete the American Board of Opticianry Certified Optician and a National Contact Lens Examiners Certified Contact Lens Technician certification. Find out more about Main Street Optometry's opticians.

An ophthalmologist (MD) is a medical doctor who specializes in the eye. They perform eye exams, treat disease, prescribe medication, and perform surgery. They may also write prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses. Dr. Laliberte and Main Street Optometry participate in your pre- and postoperative care with some of the best ophthalmologist in the field.

What are Single Vision lenses?

What are Multifocals lenses?

Do I need UV protection?

What are No-Line Progressives?

Tell me about Anti-Reflective coatings.

Tell me about polarized lenses.

What is the best way to clean and care for my eyeglasses?

Best Options for Cleaning and Caring for Your New Eyeglasses:

• Use a lens cleaner developed especially for eyeglasses, along with a micro fiber lens cloth. Most good eyeglass cleaners will have an anti-static agent in them, which helps keep dust and particles from collecting on the lenses, keeping them cleaner longer. With every eyeglass purchase, Main Street Optometry supplies you with a complimentary care kit including your first bottle of lens cleaner and a micro fiber cleaning cloth.
• If you are away from your lens cleaner, rinse your lenses with warm water and mild soap, (this rinses the dust and particles off of the lens), and then wipe them dry with a lens cloth or tissue.
• Use two hands when putting your eyeglasses on and taking them off.
• Periodically replace, or brush out the dust and lint from inside the case.
• Avoid leaving your eyeglasses in excessive heat, such as the dash and sun visors of the car.
• Store glasses in an eyeglass case and take advantage of periodic, complimentary frame adjustments from Main Street Optometry.
• Remove your eyeglasses when spraying hair spray to avoid build up on the lenses.

Never do the Following to Your New Eyeglasses

• Use household detergents, soaps, or window cleaners such as Windex. Often the ammonia based chemicals in these cleaners will break down certain lens coatings.
• Place eyewear face down on the lenses.
• Wipe with paper towels or clothing. Remember, the dust particles must be rinsed away to avoid scratching.

Main Street Optometry - A proud member of the Vision Source network of premier eye care practices is located in Michigan's Washtenaw county in Dexter (near Ann Arbor - Chelsea), and in Livingston county in Pinckney (near Brighton - Howell).

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