Lens Replacement
New Lenses, Same Frames
Love your frames but need a new prescription? Our licensed opticians can cut and fit new lenses into the frames you already own — no need to start your search over.
- Keep the frames you already love
- All lens types available, including progressives and specialty lenses
- 1.56 mid-index included, with anti-glare and scratch-resistant coatings standard
- We inspect your frame first to confirm it's suitable for relensing
A new prescription doesn't always mean a new pair of glasses. If the frame you're wearing now still fits well or still suits your face, our licensed opticians can remove the old lenses and cut a fresh pair to match your updated prescription — without touching the frame itself. It's the same precision lens-cutting process we use on new frames, just applied to a frame you've already broken in.
Lens replacement, sometimes called relensing or reglazing, works for most metal and plastic frames as long as the hinges, temples, and lens grooves are still in good condition. During your visit, our opticians inspect the frame before ordering anything, so you'll know upfront whether it's a good candidate. From there, you choose your lens type — single vision, progressive, or a specialty design — along with your index and coatings, the same options available on a brand-new pair. Every lens we cut includes a 1.56 mid-index with anti-glare and scratch-resistant coatings as standard.
We fit patients from Mississauga, Etobicoke, Brampton, and Oakville with this service most often after an eye exam turns up a prescription change, when a lens gets scratched or damaged, or when someone wants to switch from single vision to progressive without giving up a frame they already love. If your frame can't safely take a new lens, we'll tell you plainly and can help you pick a replacement from our current lineup instead.
How It Works
Getting New Lenses in Your Frames
Relensing takes a bit more care than a standard new pair, since the lenses have to match a frame we didn't build.
1. Frame Assessment
We check your frame's condition and hinge integrity to confirm it can safely hold a new lens.
2. Choose Your Lenses
Pick your lens type, index, and coatings — our opticians will guide you based on your prescription and the frame's shape.
3. Precision Cut & Fit
We cut and edge your new lenses to match your frame exactly, then fit and adjust them in-house.
Why Relens
Why Replace Just the Lenses?
Sometimes the frame isn't the problem — your prescription is.
Save on Cost
You're only paying for new lenses, not an entirely new pair — often a meaningful saving over buying frames and lenses together.
Keep a Frame You Chose Carefully
If you already found the shape that works, there's no reason to start over just because your prescription changed.
Less Waste
Replacing only the lenses means one less frame in a landfill — a more sustainable option when your frame is still in good shape.
Common Questions
Lens Replacement FAQ
Can you put new lenses in any frame?
In most cases, yes — as long as the frame is in good condition. We'll inspect the hinges, frame material, and lens grooves during your visit to confirm it's suitable before we order your lenses.
How long does lens replacement take?
Turnaround depends on the lens type and coatings you choose. Our opticians will give you an estimated timeline once you've selected your lenses at your fitting.
Is lens replacement cheaper than buying new glasses?
Often, yes — since you're only paying for lenses rather than a new frame. Exact pricing depends on your prescription strength and lens choice.
What if my frame isn't suitable for relensing?
If your frame is damaged or can't safely hold a new lens, we'll let you know upfront and can help you choose a new frame instead from our current lineup.
Ready to give your frames new life?
Bring in your frames or book an appointment to get started.