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A frame allowance is the amount your vision plan pays toward frames. How it works and what to ask before you shop.

Why close-up vision changes after 40, and the options that help: reading glasses, bifocals, progressives and more.

What to look for on sunglasses labels, why tint is not UV protection, and how to protect your eyes in every season.

Fit, materials and style: a practical guide to choosing eyeglass frames for your face and your lifestyle.

Why a glasses prescription is not enough for contacts, what a contact lens fitting adds, and your right to a copy of your prescription.

Comfort, convenience, care and eye health: how to decide between contact lenses and glasses.

Single-vision, bifocal, progressive and computer lenses, plus lens materials and coatings, explained in plain language.

Clear vision and healthy eyes are not the same thing. Why a comprehensive eye exam still matters if you see 20/20.

Common signs it is time for an eye exam, and the warning signs that should never wait for a routine appointment.

How often to schedule a comprehensive eye exam by age, what the American Optometric Association recommends, and when to go more often.

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