The effective front width and temple starting position need to suit the sides of the wearer’s head to reduce temple pressure, excessive looseness and instability.
01 · FACE WIDTH
The frame’s effective wearing width should suit the wearer
The frame runs from the front through the temples to the ears.
If the front and endpieces are much narrower than the wearer, the temples can flare outward and press strongly at the temples.
If they are much wider, the temples may not follow the sides of the head well enough, creating lateral movement or a loose feel.
The goal is not to clamp the head, but to achieve natural clearance and support for the frame design.
02 · TEMPLE DIRECTION
Look at the direction in which the temples leave the frame
When worn, the temples should leave the hinge and endpiece in a natural path toward the ears.
A narrow frame may force the temples to flare outward immediately, while an overly wide front or outward hinge position may make the side relationship too loose.
Judge actual pressure and movement, not whether the temples simply look parallel.
03 · PRESSURE
A frame that is too narrow can create temple pressure
Persistent pressure on both temples is a common sign that the effective wearing width may be too narrow.
With thick acetate temples, a narrow frame can create broad pressure over a larger area of the side of the head.
If pressure appears only on one side, also check left-right temple direction and facial asymmetry.
04 · STABILITY
A frame that is too wide can reduce positional stability
If the frame is much wider than the wearer, there may be less lateral control of the frame.
That can place more demand on the bridge or nose pads and the behind-ear fit, contributing to slipping or forward movement.
Slipping also depends on nose contact, front load and temple bend, so width should not be treated as the only cause.
05 · FRAME SELECTION
There is a limit to what fitting can correct
Depending on material and construction, small changes in temple direction and wearing width may be adjustable.
If the difference between the wearer and the frame is large, choosing a better-sized frame is usually more stable than forcing the frame wider or narrower.
SOLUTION GUIDE
Solutions at a glance
Check whether the effective frame width is too narrow.
Check whether it is too wide or lacks lateral support.
Check front width, endpieces and hinge position.
Reconsider the frame size and construction.
GLANOS FITTING CHECK
GLANOS fitting check order
- Front
Check frame alignment and total width. - Nose pads / bridge
Establish the basic wearing position on the nose. - Width
Check temple direction and side pressure. - Temple bend
Add only the rear support that is needed.
CAUTION
Do not force the temples outward to solve a frame-width problem
If the frame itself is much too narrow, the hinge, endpiece and front can remain under repeated stress. If the required adjustment exceeds the frame’s range, reconsider the frame itself.
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