How can you tell if glasses are fake?

Most quality brands usually etch their company name or brand initials in the lenses. Try scratching these off with your fingernails. If it easily comes off, it's fake. It there's no logo at all, it's also a fake.
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Is it OK to wear fake glasses?

It's okay to wear fake glasses because they offer no vision drawbacks. They can also be extremely lightweight, due to the fact that non-prescription glasses have access to some of the thinnest lenses available.
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How can you tell if glasses are glass?

All you need to do is tap a lens against your teeth, a tool that's always available. If the lenses make a soft ringing sound, they are more likely to be glass. If they make a soft *thunk*, then they are definitely plastic.
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How can you tell if a pair of glasses?

Prescription glasses or optical grade glasses always have their model name and model number printed on the inside of either the right or left temple (arm) of the frame; model names and model numbers are not always printed in the same place.
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Can fake glasses affect your vision?

Will fake glasses harm your vision? One big question everyone asks: Will wearing fake glasses hurt your eyes? You're just looking through glass or plastic (or nothing at all), so no, fake glasses won't harm your vision.
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Fake Glasses?



What are fake glasses called?

Fake glasses are commonly called non-prescription glasses. They may also be referred to as clear lens glasses, clear lens sunglasses, or clear glasses.
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Can wearing cheap glasses damage your eyes?

If you don't already need to wear regular eyeglasses, they may even be fine for longer. But cheap readers only magnify the print to help you read it. They are not specific to your individual eye's needs. They probably won't harm your eyesight, but you may experience headaches and eye strain if you use them too much.
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Why are there letters on my glasses lenses?

all varifocal lenses nowadays, esp. the top brands have numbers and symbols laser engraved into the glass for identification and prescription verification. The "200" signifies that the power for the reading portion is +2 diopters over and above the distance power.
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What do numbers on side of glasses mean?

The numbers beneath the frames reflect the SIZE MEASUREMENTS in millimeters (mm). THE FIRST NUMBER (ex.54) = the width of the lenses. THE SECOND NUMBER (ex.15) = the distance between the lenses. THE THIRD NUMBER (ex.140) = the length of the temple arm including the portion going behind the ear. The TOTAL WIDTH (ex.
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Are reading glasses made of glass or plastic?

Most glasses are made of plastic lenses, or “organic glass” if you want to get fancy. So why are glasses lenses made of plastic? In most cases, they're lighter than traditional glass lenses used in eyeglasses, which means they're more comfortable to wear.
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Which is better glass or plastic lenses?

Glass lenses provide the clearest vision with the smallest amount of distortion. Scratch resistance. Glass lenses are almost impossible to scratch, while plastic lenses can be scratched easily if you are not careful.
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Are fake glasses a trend?

Although fake glasses are typically popular among people with good eyesight, the fake glasses trend has even extended to people who actually need corrective lenses.
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Can I wear glasses if I don't need them?

However, please, don't wear prescription glasses if you don't need them. While they may not directly damage your eyes, they will alter the quality of your vision which can lead to eye strain and headaches. Your vision is an important part of your quality of life for your entire life, so protect it carefully.
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Do blue light glasses damage your eyes?

No. Blue light blocking glasses don't damage your eyes. In fact, blue light glasses shield your eyes from the damaging effects of blue light, which is the type of light that's emitted from electronic devices, like tablets, smartphones and laptops.
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How can you tell the difference between real and fake Ray-Bans?

Original Ray-Ban sunglasses will have "RB" or “Ray Ban etched onto the corner of the left lens to prove its authenticity. If the etching is missing, or a low quality or painted on the glasses will be fake. Other signs to spot a fake pair of Ray-Bans include the packaging and way in which they are boxed to ship.
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What does 3P mean on glasses?

On your sunglasses, you will see a number, usually, two or higher followed by the letter P or N. The letter P stands for polarized and N is non-polarized. For example, you might see 3P which means these polarized lenses are category 3. Category 0: Very Low Light/Night - These have little or no tint.
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Do fake Ray-Bans have serial numbers?

Check the box's label for the glasses' serial numbers.

This label should contain important identifying information for your glasses — if it doesn't, they're probably fake. Official Ray-Ban boxes should be labeled with the following: Model number: Starts with "RB" or "0RB", followed by four numbers.
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Should my new glasses have numbers on the lenses?

There are little markings on the lenses to allow the optometrist/dispensing optician to 'mark up' the lenses to check positioning. They are there so that they can be checked if there are any problems. Only a couple of other types of lens are marked in this way, and those are usually safety glasses.
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What are the numbers on the glasses?

Specifically, the frame size numbers of glasses are: The key measurements that describe eyeglass sizes are the eye size, bridge width and temple length. All three frame measurements are specified in millimeters (mm). For example, let's say you see these three numbers on the inside of your frames: 48-19-140.
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Why do my glasses have little dots?

Damaged Eyeglass Coatings

Sometimes, spots on eyeglasses that won't come off are actually small nicks in the lens or on its coating. If, despite your best efforts, you have managed to scratch the coatings or glass of your lenses, you can try some alternative solutions.
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How long do prescription glasses last?

So how long is an eyeglass prescription good for? Typically one to two years, but we recommend checking your prescription expiration date. That being said, if you are at higher risk of vision changes, your glasses prescription expiration date might be one year, rather than two, after your last exam.
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Why is my vision blurry after using reading glasses?

Blurry Vision – It can take a while for your eyes to adjust to your new pair of reading glasses. During this time your vision may naturally blur. If this blurriness becomes a constant issue, then it may be your prescription that's responsible.
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Why are glasses cheaper online?

Online retailers that sell cheap eyeglasses and sunglasses often say they can offer low prices because they don't have the same expenses associated with a “brick-and-mortar” store, such as the high rent paid in retail shopping areas.
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