Guides
Eyewear guides.
Straight answers about glasses, lenses and sunglasses. No jargon, no hype.
Do blue-cut glasses work? An honest answer
Blue-cut lenses filter some blue light from screens, but proof that they reduce eye strain is limited. An honest guide from Optimax Vision, Gandhinagar.
3 min read →How often should you change your glasses?
Not sure if it is time for new glasses? Signs to watch for, how long coatings and frames last, and free after-sale service at Optimax Vision, Gandhinagar.
3 min read →How to choose frames that fit your face
Choose glasses frames that fit: face shape basics, the size numbers on the temple, nose pads and easy fit tests, with brands at Optimax Vision, Gandhinagar.
4 min read →How to choose glasses for kids: frames, lenses and fit
Choosing glasses for your child in Gandhinagar? Look for flexible frames, spring hinges, impact-resistant lenses and a snug fit. A practical parent's guide.
3 min read →How to read your glasses prescription: SPH, CYL, AXIS, ADD
Confused by SPH, CYL, AXIS, ADD and PD on your glasses prescription? A simple Optimax Vision guide from Gandhinagar with a worked example using made-up numbers.
4 min read →Is a free eye test really free? What to expect
Is the free eye test in Gandhinagar really free? Here is what happens at Optimax Vision, Infocity: the steps, how long it takes and what to bring.
3 min read →Progressive lenses: who they suit and how to adapt
Progressive lenses give clear vision at far, middle and near in one pair. A plain guide to how they work and how to adapt, from Optimax Vision, Gandhinagar.
3 min read →Thinking of contact lenses? What first-timers should know
New to contact lenses in Gandhinagar? Learn why a proper fitting matters, basic hygiene, wearing schedules, solutions and when to skip them. Optimax Vision.
3 min read →Tired eyes after screen work? Practical fixes for office hours
Long hours on screens in an AC office in Infocity, Gandhinagar? Simple habits and setup changes that ease tired eyes, plus when computer glasses can help.
3 min read →UV400 vs polarised sunglasses for Gujarat sun and driving
UV400 protects against ultraviolet light, polarised cuts glare. Which do you need for Gujarat sun and SG Highway drives? A plain guide from Gandhinagar.
3 min read →Rather ask in person?
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