I am amazed that one man's blog, informing the public about using the internet to purchase eye glasses, became such a hit that he started another blog JUST to support those that had more questions and needed direction on how to follow his lead. Its the great equalizer, this internet. Allowing consumers to inform others, make educated decisions, and then using the forum to converse. I will be purchasing my next pair of glasses off the internet, saving roughly 300-400 dollars, all thanks to directions and information from glassyeyes.blogspot.com. The point is that retail optometrists are making ridiculous margins and using strong arm tactics to keep business. My favorite post so far from the site is below.
Your Prescription is YOUR Prescription!
There are a number of truths out there that many in the optometry field would like to keep hidden from you.A big one is that they are required to give you your written prescription. You can take that prescription anywhere to have glasses made. Obviously it isn't in their best in interest to offer this up.Demand it!
And, the writer even posted the law (code) that specifically was written for this purpose. When I called my last optometrist they were highly hesistant to fax me my prescription, wanting to know why I needed it and instead wanting to refer me to one in Dallas! When I finally explained that I read online that they were required to give it to me, I was faxed a copy, that had obviously been crinkled up to create poor readability. Yes, I called back and asked for another copy...
The glasses I am "eyeing" to buy. And, they are only cost me $39.95, $5.00 for shipping. Unreal.
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Viva la Revolucion! Let me know how your new specs work out.
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