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Both polarized and tinted lenses will have a tint to them, but they're not the same. Tinted glasses do help reduce brightness and come in a variety of colors, but they don't eliminate glare by blocking the horizontal light like polarized glasses do. Tinted Lenses Tinted lenses are treated with a pigment that can range from brown or gray to red and pink. Many times, people choose these tints b...

When you need an eye doctor, who do you call? Do you dial your local optometrist or do you look up an ophthalmologist near you? Maybe you just need an optometrist? Eye doctor terminology can be confusing, but Payne Glasses is here to help with a quick breakdown of different eye care specialists and what their titles really mean in a way that’s meaningful to you. Keep in mind that your eye ...

When eye safety is a concern, you need a lens that can handle anything life throws at it. Eye protection is serious business and at Payne Glasses, we’re here to help with the ins and outs of protective eyewear. If you’re comparing polycarbonate and Trivex lenses, you’re not alone as these are the two most common materials used for protective eyewear. Both are lightweight and both deliver excel...

Photochromic lenses are sometimes referred to as transition lenses, but there’s really no difference between the two except for the name. Transitions was the first mainstream brand of photochromic lenses available, so the name became synonymous with the self-darkening lenses. Whether you call them photochromic or Transitions, these eyeglass lenses automatically darken to a hue resembling su...

Accidentally got a scratch on your favorite pair of glasses or sunglasses? There’s no need to panic because Payne Glasses is here to help with some tips and tricks to getting scratches out of your prescription lenses, even if they’re coated. Find out everything you need to know about restoring your prescription glasses to perfect condition and get tips to help keep them scratch-free and crysta...

Learn the key differences between polarized and non-polarized glasses to help you make the right choice.

Single vision lenses reign supreme when it comes to eyeglass prescriptions, but if you need help focusing on both near and far objects, progressive lenses or bifocals may be recommended. Bifocal and progressive lenses are both popular prescription requests, and both have a larger portion of the lens dedicated to viewing objects that are far away along with a smaller area of the lens for vie...

Sick of dealing with uncomfortable eyewear? Find five tips to make your glasses more comfortable at Payne Glasses and make clear vision a priority.

Eye twitching isn’t uncommon, but if you find your eye feeling a little twitchier than normal, you’re probably turning to the internet for help. We’ve all had our fair share of eye twitches and Payne Glasses is here to remove the mystery around the twitch. Common TriggersMost eyelid twitching is benign, but there are some common triggers that can cause the incessant muscle spasms. If you find...