To straighten bent glasses, you need to identify the bent area and carefully adjust it. The provided video reference from Specsavers focuses on straightening bent arms of eyeglasses, which can be applied to a similar bending issue of glasses in general.
Steps to Straighten Bent Glasses
Here is a breakdown of how to approach straightening bent glasses, drawing from the video:
- Visual Inspection:
- Pick up your glasses and view them from the side, as suggested in the video (0:16-0:20). This angle helps you clearly see which part is bent.
- Determine which side needs adjustment by locating the bent portion.
- Support the Frame:
- Grip the frame appropriately to support it (0:20-0:22). This prevents further damage while adjusting.
- Adjusting:
- Use gentle and steady pressure to bend the frame back to its original shape, (0:22-0:30) being careful not to snap the frames
- Re-evaluation
- Check the glasses to ensure they are now level.
- Repeat if needed.
Tips for Straightening Glasses
- Gentle Pressure: Always use gentle and steady pressure to avoid damaging the frame.
- Small Increments: Adjust the frame in small increments rather than trying to correct it all at once.
- Professional Help: If you're not comfortable or the glasses are severely bent, seek professional help from an optician or eyewear specialist.
Common Areas for Bending
- Arms/Temples: The arms or temples (the parts that go over your ears) are often bent due to pressure or impact.
- Bridge: The bridge (the part that sits on your nose) can also become bent.
Example Scenario
- If the glasses are bent outwards, view the side of the glasses to visually assess the bend. Then, using a gentle force on the arm with the thumb, guide it carefully back in to the frame.
Important Note
- This method applies to straightening glasses frames, not the glass lenses themselves. Damaged lenses need professional replacement.
