• Technus@lemmy.zip
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    4 months ago

    You know, I always figured optometry involved like, super complicated math and shit.

    Turns out it’s just basic arithmetic.

    Kinda like programming, in a way.

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      4 months ago

      Yeah, from my experience ordering glasses, it’s mostly about making sure the lenses are aligned with my retinas to focus the light in the right spots. All the numbers are just a way to formalize those measurements so that the lens maker gets it right

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        4 months ago

        My last optometrist refused to tell me what my prescription was. I should have insisted, they’ve since closed up shop.