Association of Optometrists


CET

How to Select, Dispense and Adjust spectacle Frames

An up to date informative interactive session designed to revise the key principles of achieving the perfect fitting of ophthalmic spectacle frames.  Including  topics such as frame selection – balancing fashion and fit,  frame material considerations – the properties of modern frame materials, and spectacle  frame adjustments – getting it right every time.

Speakers:

Key learning points:

  1. State the key elements of spectacle frame selection.
  2. Understand the effect of spectacle frame measurements on frame fit.
  3. Know the effect of spectacle adjustment on ophthalmic lens dispensing.
  4. Identify a selection of modern frame materials and state their properties.
  5. Properly adjust a variety of plastics and metal spectacle frames using appropriate techniques.
  6. Identify the correct techniques for adjusting rimless mounts.

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