Through the Lens: A Legacy of Eyewear Dietz-McLean Optical Blog

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Transition Lenses vs. Prescription Sunglasses: Which Is Better for You?

This article compares the convenience of adaptive photochromic lenses with the high-performance protection of dedicated polarized prescription sunglasses. It explains how factors like car windshield UV-blocking and specific outdoor activities should dictate your choice to ensure optimal eye comfort and safety.

Photochromic Lenses: A Guide to Sun-Smart Vision

This guide explores how photochromic lenses provide a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor environments by automatically adjusting to UV intensity. It highlights the importance of professional calibration and local laboratory craftsmanship to ensure optimal speed, durability, and blue light protection.

All About Specialty Lens Filters and Tints

Finding Comfort Beyond Clear VisionWhen most people think about eyeglasses, they think about seeing clearly. But modern lenses can do much more than sharpen vision — they can also improve comfort, reduce glare, ease light sensitivity, and help support visual wellness...

Photochromic Lenses: A Guide to Sun-Smart Vision

May 25, 2026

This guide explores how photochromic lenses provide a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor environments by automatically adjusting to UV intensity. It highlights the importance of professional calibration and local laboratory craftsmanship to ensure optimal speed, durability, and blue light protection.

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   OldMan &theZ 
 July 9, 2026
 
 
  The staff is excellent. Kayla was super helpful. I needed assistance with the temple ends on a vintage pair of Rayban glasses. She replaced them perfectly. She also adjusted them to fit my face better than they were prior. I will return to Dietz-McLean for all of my optical requirements.  Thanks Kayla for the top notch service.
  
 
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   Angie Braswell 
 June 27, 2026
 
 
  The staff at Dietz McLean are friendly, knowledgeable and pros at helping me find the perfect frame! I have bought many pairs of glasses from them over the past 15 years and I have always been so happy with my new glasses! I highly recommend using them!
  
 
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   Grumpy Old Man 83 
 May 29, 2026
 
 
  Outstanding optical shop --- been trading with DM since 1978 when they opened a shop in Corpus Christi. The Lincoln Heights Store continues that excellence with very knowledgeable employees and superior service!
  
 
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   Jerry Smith 
 May 8, 2026
 
 
  The absolute best in San Antonio! My wife and I have been customers for many, many years. Their customer service is always outstanding and NO has a better warranty than Dietz !!!!! Great selections for men an women of all ages as well. They are the BEST!!!!
Jerry & Lida Smith
  
 
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   Dawn Ivone 
 February 28, 2026
 
 
  No one has ever been able to get my prescription correct.  Dietz-McLean gets it correct every singe time.  They are amazing.
  
 
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   Frank Russell 
 February 25, 2026
 
 
  Linda was excellent as always and handled my purchase very professionally and expeditiously.
  
 
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   Veronica Correa 
 February 18, 2026
 
 
  Linda ALWAYS does an amazing job!  Have been going to Dietz-McLean for years because of her attention to detail. She is always available for adjustments too. Highly recommend them!
  
 
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   shahar ganache 
 February 14, 2026
 
 
  Ultra professional service. Linda is a pro!!!
  
 
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   Nina Ekstein 
 February 13, 2026
 
 
  Linda is great! Here excellent taste and outstanding customer care have kept me coming back for a couple of decades. I tell all my friends about her and the store.
  
 
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   Guillermo Nicolas 
 February 11, 2026
 
 
  I have been a client for many years and have always had great service. I just picked up 5 pair of eye glasses and they fit them well and got the prescription perfectly.