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My Eye Glasses Frames Broke

cuddlesmama — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 18:43:18 GMT

I know this is not beauty related, but you ladies are so awesome I need to ask this question.

My frames broke after falling on the bathroom ceramic floor.But the lens didn't break. I was wondering can you just buy frames and use the lenses still? Will any place do this? This may sound weird but just thought I would ask.

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I am still oxox — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 18:44:27 GMT

A good optical store should be able to fit the lenses into another frame

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debfau — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 18:46:28 GMT

Depending on how and where your frames broke you might be able to get some Gorilla glue and fix them.

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granddi — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 19:00:48 GMT

@I am still oxox wrote:
A good optical store should be able to fit the lenses into another frame

Many on these boards complain that optical and optometrists are too expensive. But specialized services are really valuable at times like broken frames. Usually an optical store can find or may have in stock a substitue frame. If the frame came from mail order or discount place then the exact frame may not be available. Lenses are valuable do not discard.

Don't try to glue the frame. If you get glue on the lenses they are forever damanged. If the glue gets on the lens edge theuy may not fit into another frame.

If you got the glasses from mail order you might be able to purchase frame only.

Re: My Eye Glasses Frames Broke

DrakesMomma — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 19:14:09 GMT

Have you tried the place you got them? Where I go offers a year of frame replacement without cost. Either way, they might be able to order the frames and add your current lenses.

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SilleeMee — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 19:14:10 GMT

I would go back to the place where you bought your eye glasses and see what they can do for you.

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mimomof4 — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 19:28:26 GMT

How long have you had the glasses? Call your eye dr and ask if there was a warranty of any kind on the frames. Some brands and insurance will replace under warranty no questions asked.

PS I have boys who started wearing glasses at age 5 - we've had to replace many pairs under warranty. Even hubby just had to have his replaced this week.

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sann — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 19:33:43 GMT

@DrakesMomma wrote:
Have you tried the place you got them? Where I go offers a year of frame replacement without cost. Either way, they might be able to order the frames and add your current lenses.

True I had something similar happen months after I purchased my frames. The doctor's office contacted their supplier and were able to get the exact frame.

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Grouchomarx — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 21:29:54 GMT

You would need the same frame or something almost exactly like it. The lens is cut for the frame. I was able to find a replica of my frames online. I needed it because the writing on one of the sides was all worn off and looked cheap. If you can find the same frames just take it to an optical store and have them change the lenses out.

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Katcat1 — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 22:46:21 GMT

@cuddlesmama If you could get the same frame that would be great otherwise something close to it but not larger as far as the lens fit but could be smaller because they probably can shave the lens to fit.

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irbrenda — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 23:57:44 GMT

This exact thing just happened to me about a month ago. I went back to the optical place where I bought them but they didn’t have the exact frame in stock. They were going to order a frame but they found a beautiful frame that they basically forced the lenses to fit into. Well, I have been seeing and feeling just “off” since they did that and I’ve had eye strain and headaches daily. I finally had to cave in and use my bifocal contact lenses, of which I am not a fan! So if possible get the same exact frame. Lesson learned for me

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sgraham30 — Sat, 08 Feb 2020 00:06:58 GMT

I had an eye exam maybe 3 weeks ago, my prescription hasn't changed since my last eye exam 18 months ago. I found a frame that the lenses would fit in, I asked if the lenses in my current frames could be put into the new frames that I wanted. (old frame broke after 10 months, I had it repaired. There's a 12 month warranty for the repair, it's up in 6 weeks) I was told no, lenses can't be switched between frames, each set is specifically made for the frame it's going into. I got my current frames at Costco, they don't offer any type of warranty, they wanted me to buy a new frame, same model. Instead, I paid $25 for a repair to a guy that I found locally that repairs glasses in his home while you wait.

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jannabelle1 — Sat, 08 Feb 2020 00:25:37 GMT

You didn't mention where you purchased the frames....were they from your eye doctor? Or online? I buy mine from my eye doctor, so if this happened to me, I'd head straight to her office and ask for their help. They probably deal with something like this more often than you'd think. If you purchased them online, then I can't make a suggestion except to contact them to see what type of warranty or replacement they offer.

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cuddlesmama — Sat, 08 Feb 2020 10:29:49 GMT

I bought them from my eye doctor. That's a good idea going back to him and see if they have the same frame.Thanks.

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Shiloh09 — Sat, 08 Feb 2020 13:16:36 GMT

Often the style number of the frame is on the inside of the frame. Knowing that number can help you obtain a replacement fram.

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Shanus — Sat, 08 Feb 2020 13:32:59 GMT

@Grouchomarx wrote:
You would need the same frame or something almost exactly like it. The lens is cut for the frame. I was able to find a replica of my frames online. I needed it because the writing on one of the sides was all worn off and looked cheap. If you can find the same frames just take it to an optical store and have them change the lenses out.

@Grouchomarx Yes, the best bet is to try to find a duplicate of the same frame you have. They can then pop the lenses out of the broken ones and into the ones that are exactly alike...if available.

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cuddlesmama — Sat, 08 Feb 2020 21:58:38 GMT

Ladies, I am so excited!! Iwent to vision works today and asked them if they could find a frame for my lenses, and they said yes we do it all of the time!! The salesperson that helped me was so sweet and helpful. She looked for the frames I already have as the item number was right on the right hand of the arm of the glasses. It did take her awhile and she found them and she had her manager double check to make sure and she said a perfect fit for the lenses. The manger put in the lenses and fitted them perfectly she had to make sure that fit right did some adjustments. The price was $99.00, but they were having a 1/2 off special. I was soo excited!! I couldn't believe how helpful everyone was and the place was so busy. And I was watching the sales people with other customers and they helped them find the glasses that look good with there face shape. I was very impressed. thought of this place just on a whim and struck gold!Thank you everyone for your help!!! I never even knew that they can take out the lens and put into another frame!!