Is it worth getting dd lenses thinned out?

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My dd has been wearing glasses for a few months now.

we have just come back from an appointment, she now needs stronger glasses.

I was just wondering if any of your dcs have glasses and how thick the lenses are.

Her eyes are 6.50 in both.

I'm not at all worried about how they will look, but not sure if it is worth getting the lenses thinned.

Oh yes - it makes SUCH a difference! 6.5 will be quite thick and heavy - get the thin ones if it's at all possible (you will have to pay extra, though - the NHS vouchers don't cover it.

How old is she? If you can avoid the cost I would, but not if she is unhappy with the look.

My DD wanted (and had) lenses thinned (with a lower Prescription) but then discovered thick designer type frames that cover the sides properly.

Her friend had -8 and wore contacts from a very young age as her glasses were so thick and she found the contacts worked better for her.

Definately get them thinned, it will make such a difference. My DS also wore contacts from age 10, so that is something to think about too.

Thanks

She is 5 but is small for her age, she only has a small head so don't really want glasses that will look too big.

I am 4.5 and I don't get mine thinned but I wear plastic frames. I would pay the extra if I wore thin metal frames.

How much does it cost to get them thinned?

I can't remember because he had lots of extras and also some discounts....I think I paid around £100 for his last set, maybe less.

Yes I get headaches from the weight of my glasses when they aren't thinned-thinned lenses are so much easier and more comfortable to wear.

I get mine (-9.0 !) thinned, and it does really make a difference. Makes glasses more comfortable for a start.

It also enables you to choose from a much wider range of frames, as thicker lenses can't be held by some of the lightest frames

The lenses cost a bloody fortune, but given that she will be wearing them every day I think it's worth it if you do have the cash.

dd (6) gets her lenses thinned for free at the moment but had to pay £10 for thinning in the previous optician we went to. You can get special glass that is thinner to start with but you have to pay more for that. DD used to get the free frames and her lenses thinned for free so it cost nothing using the NHS voucher. She currently has lenses you pay for so it is £39 for the frame and lenses thinned for nothing. Shop around and see the best deal you can get as different places charge different amounts