Pinhole Glasses: A Look Through Tiny Holes

Pinhole Glasses: A Look Through Tiny Holes

Pinhole glasses, also known as stenopeic glasses, are a unique type of eyewear that look like regular glasses but instead of lenses, they have hundreds of tiny holes. These holes, about the size of a pinhead, are what make pinhole glasses so special.

How do they work?

Normal glasses work by bending light to focus it on the retina at the back of your eye. This is necessary because our eyes are not perfect and can’t focus light on their own. Pinhole glasses, on the other hand, work by limiting the amount of light that enters your eye. The tiny holes only allow a small amount of light to pass through, which creates a smaller and sharper image on the retina. This is similar to how a pinhole camera works.

What are they used for?

Pinhole glasses are not a cure for any eye condition, but they can help to improve vision in some people. They are most commonly used by people with nearsightedness (myopia) or astigmatism. For these people, pinhole glasses can help to make things look clearer, especially at a distance.

Pinhole glasses can also be used as a diagnostic tool by eye doctors. They can help to rule out certain eye conditions and determine the severity of others.

Benefits of using pinhole glasses:

• Non-invasive, no surgery or medication required.
• Relatively inexpensive and can be purchased without a prescription.
• Safe for most people, including children.

Limitations of pinhole glasses:

• Can make your vision dimmer, not suitable for driving or activities requiring good vision.
• May cause eye strain if worn for too long.
• Will not cure any eye condition, their effects are temporary.

Where to find pinhole glasses:

If you’re interested in trying pinhole glasses, you can find them in various locations:

• Local stores:
  • Watsons Ayala Cebu
  • One of the stores in SM Seaside Cebu
• Online marketplaces:
  • Lazada
  • Shopee

Overall, pinhole glasses are a safe and effective way to improve vision for some people. If you are interested in trying them, it is always best to talk to your eye doctor first.