Check how the bridge actually fits the nose, whether the frame sits too close to the face, and whether the cheeks push the frame upward.
Check how the bridge actually fits the nose, whether the frame sits too close to the face, and whether the cheeks push the frame upward.
01 · BRIDGE SUPPORT
Does the bridge hold the frame far enough from the face?
Bridge shape strongly influences wearing position in plastic frames.
If bridge shape does not match nose height and width, the frame may not stand off from the face enough.
This can reduce lash clearance.
02 · BRIDGE SHAPE
The bridge shape may not match the nose
Bridge width alone does not determine fit.
Curvature, height and contact location must match the wearer.
Labels such as low-bridge fit matter less than the actual bridge-to-nose relationship.
03 · VERTEX DISTANCE
Vertex distance matters in plastic frames too
Plastic frames also have a wearing distance between the lens and eye.
If the frame sits too close, eyelashes may contact the lens.
Because the bridge is less adjustable, frame selection can be more important.
04 · FRAME TILT
Is the frame tilting too close to the face?
Pantoscopic tilt changes lens-to-eye clearance.
If the upper frame sits too close, lashes may contact the upper lens.
Check whether temple and behind-ear fitting can improve the front position.
05 · FRAME SIZE
Can a large frame contribute?
A large front increases the area close to the face.
Eye position, lens size and bridge form should be considered together.
06 · FACIAL STRUCTURE
Cheeks and facial shape also matter
High cheeks can push the frame upward.
If contact occurs mainly when smiling, check cheek interference.
07 · NOSE PAD OPTIONS
There are ways to modify bridge support
Adhesive nose pads can sometimes change height or stand-off slightly.
Some acetate frames can accept custom acetate pad additions.
Where structure, material and machining allowance permit, a professional adjustable metal nose-pad conversion may also be considered.
Not every plastic frame is suitable for this kind of modification.
SOLUTION GUIDE
Solutions at a glance
Review the fit in the order described above.
GLANOS FITTING CHECK
GLANOS fitting check
- Front alignment
Check that the front is straight. - Nose/bridge support
Check stable front support. - Overall width
Check side pressure and stability. - Temple bend
Check the final behind-ear position.
CAUTION
Adjust the whole fit, not only the painful/contact point
Changes to one part can alter stability, wearing height and lens position. Check the full fitting sequence and adjust only what is necessary.