How to Adjust Your Glasses

We’ve all been there—glasses that won’t stay in place, pinch your nose, or just feel uncomfortable. But don’t worry, you don’t need to book an appointment to fix these little issues. With just a few easy tweaks, you can make your glasses fit better, feel more comfortable, and give you clearer vision. Let’s get into how you can adjust them yourself.

Why Adjusting Glasses Matters

When your glasses aren’t sitting right, it’s more than just an inconvenience. Slipping frames can mess with your vision and cause headaches. Too tight, and you’re feeling the pressure on your nose or ears. Adjusting your glasses is key to fixing all of that. Plus, a better fit can make your frames last longer and keep them looking sharp.

Tools You’ll Need for Adjusting Your Glasses

No need to rush out and buy special tools—you probably have everything you need at home. Grab:

A tiny screwdriver for those loose screws.
Soft pliers to gently tweak the temples or nose pads.
A microfiber cloth to keep things clean and to handle your frames carefully. If you don’t have the official tools, that’s totally fine. Even tweezers or a rubber band can help in a pinch, as long as you’re being gentle.

Common Glasses Fit Problems and How to Fix Them

Follow These 3 Steps

Slipping Glasses

If your glasses keep sliding down your nose, that’s an easy fix. Start by adjusting the nose pads. If they’re too wide, just pinch them a little closer together. If the arms are loose, tighten the screws a bit. It doesn’t take much to keep them from slipping!

Crooked Frames

Sometimes one side of your glasses might sit higher than the other. No big deal—just bend the arms a little to make them even. If you’ve got pliers, just apply gentle pressure until both sides are aligned. A few little tweaks should do the trick.

Pressure on Your Nose or Ears

If your glasses are digging into your nose or behind your ears, try loosening up the temples a bit or reshaping the arms. You can also adjust the nose pads for a more comfortable fit. These small adjustments go a long way in making your glasses feel better throughout the day.

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Lens Type	Processing Time
Non-Prescription Clear Glasses	1-2 Business Days
Photochromic (Transitions)	2-4 Business Days
Single Vision, Reading - Regular Rx	2-4 Business Days
Single Vision - Strong Rx	3-6 Business Days
Multifocal (Progressive)	4-7 Business Days
Prescription Sunglasses	3-6 Business Days