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What Are Corrective Glasses?

Vision impacts nearly every part of our daily lives, from reading and driving to working and relaxing. When your eyesight isn’t as clear as it should be, even simple tasks can become frustrating or difficult. That’s where corrective glasses come in. Corrective glasses are prescription lenses that help redirect how light enters your eye, improving…
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How to Know if Your Sunglasses Are Polarized

Have you ever wondered about the difference between regular sunglasses and polarized ones? Perhaps you're curious if the pair you already own is truly polarized. If so, you're not alone. Polarized sunglasses are often praised for their benefits, but identifying whether your lenses have this feature can be confusing. If you’re wondering if your sunglasses…
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How Often Should You Get an Eye Exam?

Eye health plays a critical role in your overall well-being. Even when your vision seems fine, an eye exam can uncover hidden issues, including conditions like diabetes, cataracts, or retinal diseases, which may not show symptoms in their early stages.  Regular eye exams are a key part of maintaining clear and healthy vision, but how…
An optometrist uses a phoropter machine to test their patient's vision and determine if they need eyeglasses.

How Long Does an Eye Exam Take?

Scheduling an eye exam is more than a routine visit with your optometrist to update your prescription. A thorough evaluation of your vision and eye health is crucial for identifying or addressing potential issues before they affect your vision or daily life.  But how long does an eye exam take? The short answer is that…

Our Locations in Colorado Springs

South Location

Visit us at the shopping center on Main Street! Nearest the intersection of Main Street and Security Boulevard. You can’t miss the big “Optical” letters facing Main Street. Lots of free parking is available out front.

  • 388 Main St.
  • Colorado Springs, CO 80911

Downtown Location (In-Sight Optical)

Find us on Pikes Peak Avenue near the intersection with South Cascade Avenue. Metered parking is available in front of the clinic. Now operating as part of Impressive Eyes Optical.

  • 12 East Pikes Peak Avenue
  • Colorado Springs, CO 80903

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