looking for a frugal optometrist

Submitted by thornyRabbt t3_10dnx5m in vermont

Hi folks - as I'm on a tight budget i'd like to put new lenses in old frames but have been turned away before. Anyone know of an optometrist who wouldn't be offended if I don't buy new frames from them? TIA

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clickmahheels t1_j4mcham wrote

Have you considered ordering a new pair from zenni? It would almost certainly be cheaper than getting new lenses.

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latenac t1_j4mg4bc wrote

Never had an issue doing this even at Eyecare of Vermont. Just make sure frames are in good condition and you shouldn't have a problem.

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Dodie85 t1_j4ntj1v wrote

I order my glasses on Zenni, if you already have a prescription you can get a pair for $25.

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Emmydyre t1_j4mee8x wrote

I’ve had lots of different places do this for me, though not in Vermont. Try looking for a place online that you can mail your frames to if you truly can’t fine anyone locally.

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MYrobouros t1_j4mrgj6 wrote

Springfield Family Eyecare if you're anywhere near them; they've done that for me a couple of times now (I like the frames I have!) and they're swell folks

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thornyRabbt OP t1_j4o4y8g wrote

Thanks, they seem nice, only 85 miles away lol, oh well

I like your screen name haha

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MYrobouros t1_j4r3jxq wrote

Yeah I kinda figured you were in the Burlington area just because that's how math works but if you'd happened not to be, eh?

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MountainAd1357 t1_j4posbv wrote

I work at chroma optics. If your frame is in good shape we don’t mind doing that at all.

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GreenBeginning3753 t1_j4qfd24 wrote

Dr Sobel at Rutland Eye Physicians is great and won’t be hurt if you get your frames elsewhere!

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