What to do if your glasses slide off the bridge of your nose?

Users of corrective and sun protection optics with frames have all sorts of problems. Sometimes big, sometimes small, narrow or wide. When buying in a store or ordering from an optician, it would seem that we are completely satisfied. But during operation, many difficulties are revealed that cause real discomfort. Most often, glasses “fall off,” that is, the bridge of the nose slides off. For what reasons does this situation happen and how to fix it, find out in this article.

Why do they “slip”?

The most common reasons:

• the frame is not the right size;
• when used, glasses were put on the head as a rim, as a result of which the distance between the arms became larger;
• when removing, you grab only one bow with your hand, so the second one is pulled to the side;
• after prolonged use, they simply “worn out” and require adjustment to the parameters of your face;
• The screws may have become loose and need to be tightened;
• The nose pads are in the wrong position and need to be adjusted.

Features of the structure of glasses in the bridge of the nose

Glasses are not only assistants for correction or protection, but also play the role of a cosmetic sculptor, allowing you to change the oval of the face or the shape of the nose. Not the least important place in this is occupied by the crossbar or bridge in the area of ​​the bridge of the nose.

It is its dimensions that directly affect how correctly and firmly the frame fits on the face. The width is sometimes indicated on the inside of the bridge in millimeters, which you need to pay close attention to when choosing:

1. A narrow or wide bridge will not provide an accurate fit and reliable fixation.
2. A small one with non-adjustable stops will cause strong compression of the skin, and with a large distance the glasses will constantly slide down.

Even when tilting or raising your head, they should not move. The parameters between lenses vary from 14 to 24 mm. When buying optics, you should know this space. This will ensure proper fit and will not cause discomfort during wearing.

Ways to solve the problem

In any case, if the glasses slip, the cause must be eliminated. First you need to determine a suitable fit.

Look in the mirror - the alignment of the lenses and your eyes should match. It is this position that is considered correct, and it is worth focusing on it. Now you can inspect the optics and find out why it slides. So, you have to work hard.

But Initially, you can simply tighten and secure the screws connecting the frames and arms. Do not tighten them too tightly, otherwise you may strip the threads or damage the frame. If there is no expected result, then move on to more complex manipulations:

• pay attention to the nose pads.For high-set glasses, use the two thumbs of both hands to spread them slightly apart. Or vice versa, bring it to the center in a low position;
• let's say the bridge matches the size of your nose bridge, the nose pads are in excellent condition, then you should pay attention to the temples. Place the glasses on a flat surface, they should simultaneously touch the table without distortion. Try making the angle of the temple bend smaller by preheating it with not very hot water or a hairdryer.

Important! Some memory foam frames are made from materials that cannot be altered. For example, made of titanium or aluminum alloy. In this case, you will have to contact an optical store or resort to an additional method. Which will not add aesthetics to the glasses - winding rubber bands for money on the temples at the bend.

For any corrections do not use excessive force, do everything gradually so that you do not have to transform the product in the opposite direction. This can lead to bending and breaking of the frame. After each action, do fittings and only then form it step by step.