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Eyeglass Fitting Calgary – Fix Uncomfortable Glasses Fast

Wearing glasses that don’t fit well sucks.
They slide, pinch, and leave red marks.

That’s why proper eyeglass fitting matters more than most people think.
At Not Another Eye Store, we take the time to get it right.

Why Proper Eyeglass Fitting Actually Matters

Here’s what happens when the fit is off:

  • Glasses slide down your nose
  • Your eyes sit off-center in the lenses
  • Nose pads dig in or sit crooked
  • You get headaches and eye strain
  • Your eyelashes brush the lens every time you blink

The fix? Get measured properly and pick frames that actually fit your face.

And if your lenses are already uncomfortable, it may be worth reviewing your current prescription, lens design, or lens measurements. Learn the difference between HD lenses and regular lenses to avoid visual distortion caused by poor fitting.

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The 4 Key Measurements That Affect Fit

Every eyeglass fitting includes:

  • Pupillary Distance (PD): Aligns your eyes with the center of each lens.
  • Bridge Width: Makes sure the frame sits evenly on your nose.
  • Lens + Frame Width: Matches the frame size to your face.
  • Temple Arm Length: Keeps the arms from slipping or digging in.

Getting new glasses? Knowing how to read your prescription helps you understand how to make the right frame type and size.

How Glasses Should Fit on Your Face

Here’s what we check during a fitting:

  • Frame sits level with your cheekbones
  • Nose bridge sits flat and doesn’t slide
  • Lenses line up with your pupils
  • Arms rest without pinching or pressure
  • No shifting when you nod or smile
  • No lashes brushing the lenses

Some people blame the frame, but the issue is often the lenses. If you’re wearing progressive lenses or bifocals, the fit matters even more. Bad fitting frames can throw off your vision.

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Constant Slipping or Lashes Touching the Lens?

If you’re dealing with slipping glasses or lashes that brush your lenses.  Custom nose pad arms on your plastic frames might solve the problem.

We can install adjustable metal pad arms to give your glasses more height and grip.
You keep the look of your frame and gain a better fit.

This is especially useful if you wear transition lenses or single vision lenses with high prescriptions, where lens positioning affects clarity and comfort.

Many clients who thought they had to buy new glasses walked away with their favorite pair refitted and comfortable.

How to Adjust Your Eyeglasses at Home

If you can’t get in right away, try these at-home fixes:

  • Glasses sliding down your nose?
    Run the arms under warm water for 30 seconds. Gently bend the temple tips inward for a tighter grip.
  • Frames feel crooked?
    Place them on a flat table. See which side lifts. Bend the higher temple arm down slightly.
  • Nose pads digging in?
    Use your thumbs to gently spread them apart. You can also try stick-on silicone nose pads—available online or in-store.

If you’re unsure or don’t want to risk it, just bring them in. We’ll adjust them for free.

Need to change your lenses? Check out our guide on how to change eyeglass lenses.

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A Real Fix for a Real Fit Problem

A client came in because her glasses kept sliding down her nose.
The lenses sat too low, well below her brow line.  She was constantly pushing them up throughout the day.

She already had the temple arms adjusted to wrap around her ears, but that alone wasn’t enough.

We installed custom nose pad arms to give the glasses more lift and grip.
That small change made a big difference.

Her glasses now sit higher, stay in place, and look much better on her face.

She left, saying,
“This is the first time they’ve felt right.”

We Fit Your Existing Frames, Too

You don’t need to buy new glasses.
We fit and adjust what you already own.

We can:

  • Reshape your frame

  • Adjust the temples

  • Install nose pad arms

  • Replace your lenses

If your prescription changes, we offer lens replacement in your existing frames, so you don’t have to give up the frames you love.

Need sun protection too? We also fit prescription sunglasses with proper alignment for clear outdoor vision.

Book an Eyeglass Fitting in Calgary Today

Stop guessing.
Let us measure and adjust your glasses the right way.

Visit Not Another Eye Store or call us to book your fitting.
Your comfort, your vision starts here.

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