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Select single vision, progressive, reading, or another available lens category that matches your prescription and visual needs.
KEEP THE FRAMES YOU ALREADY OWN
How to Order New Lenses for Frames You Already Own
You do not necessarily need a completely new pair of glasses when your prescription changes or your lenses become worn. If your frames are compatible and in suitable condition, you can keep them and order newly made prescription lenses for the frames you already own.
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DIRECT ANSWER
Can You Re-Lens the Frames You Already Own?
In many cases, yes. Re-lensing means keeping the eyeglass frame and replacing the old lenses with newly made prescription lenses.
How it works: you choose the new lenses, provide the prescription information needed for the order, send the frames in, and the old lenses are removed. New lenses are produced for the compatible frame, installed, inspected, and the glasses are returned to you.
This can be useful when the frame still fits well, you like the style, the frame is difficult to replace, or the lenses—not the frame—are the part that needs to change.
START TO FINISH
How to Order New Lenses for Existing Frames
The process is straightforward. The main decisions happen before the frames are sent so the order can be prepared correctly.
Choose Material & Upgrades
Review available materials and options such as anti-reflective coatings, light-adaptive lenses, tint, polarization, or other available upgrades.
Provide Your Prescription
Submit your current eyeglass prescription and any measurements required for the selected lens design.
Send Your Frames
Pack your frames securely and send them to RenewLens using the shipping instructions provided for your order.
New Lenses Are Installed
The existing lenses are removed and the newly produced prescription lenses are edged and installed into the compatible frame.
Your Glasses Are Returned
After installation and inspection, the completed glasses are packed and shipped back to you.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT LENS
What Kind of New Lenses Can You Order for Your Frames?
The correct lens depends on your prescription, daily visual needs, frame, and the options available for the selected product.
One Primary Vision Range
Single-vision lenses are commonly used for distance, reading, or another single prescribed vision range.
Distance, Intermediate & Near
Progressive lenses combine multiple vision zones without the visible line found in traditional bifocals.
Standard, Polycarbonate & High Index
Material choice can affect thickness, weight, optics, impact resistance, and product availability.
Coatings, Transitions & Sun Options
Available upgrades may include anti-reflective coatings, light-adaptive technology, tint, polarization, or other lens options.
WHY KEEP THE FRAME?
Why Order Lenses for Frames You Already Own?
Frames and lenses do not always need to be replaced at the same time. If the frame is still suitable, replacing only the lenses can update the prescription while preserving the frame you already use.
Your Prescription Changed
Your frame may still be comfortable and usable even though the prescription in the lenses is no longer current.
Your Lenses Are Scratched or Worn
If the frame remains suitable, replacing damaged or worn lenses may allow you to continue using it.
You Like the Frame You Already Have
A favorite, discontinued, designer, specialty, or simply comfortable frame can sometimes be retained instead of replacing the whole pair.
MAIL-IN LENS REPLACEMENT
How to Send Your Frames and Get New Lenses
Once your order information is ready, the frames need to reach RenewLens so the existing lenses can be removed and the new prescription lenses can be fitted.
Use Your Own Secure Box
Pack the glasses securely and follow the shipping instructions supplied for sending your frames.
Request a Free Shipping Kit
If you prefer, request the available shipping-kit option before sending your frames.
BEFORE YOU ORDER
What Do You Need to Order Replacement Lenses?
The exact requirements depend on the lens design, but these are the main pieces of information involved in a typical order.
What you need
Why it matters
What to do
Prescription
Provides the optical powers needed to produce the new lenses.
Upload or provide the prescription according to the order instructions.
PD / Measurements
Helps position the optical design correctly for the wearer.
Provide the requested measurements for the lens type selected.
Lens Selection
Determines design, material, coatings, and other selected options.
Choose your preferred lens package during the order process.
Your Frames
The new lenses are produced and installed for the compatible frame you send in.
Pack securely and follow the frame-shipping instructions.
FRAME CONDITION
Which Frames Are Good Candidates for New Lenses?
Many frames can be re-lensed, but suitability depends on the frame’s condition, construction, shape, and the prescription-lens combination being ordered.
A Frame May Be a Good Candidate When:
- The frame structure is intact
- The hinges and temples function properly
- The frame is not badly warped or damaged
- The frame still fits comfortably
- The requested prescription and lens design are compatible
Additional Review May Be Needed When:
- The frame is old, brittle, cracked, or heavily worn
- The frame uses rimless, drilled, grooved, or specialty mounting
- The prescription or lens material creates unusual fitting requirements
- The frame shape or construction limits the available lens options
AFTER YOUR FRAMES ARRIVE
What Happens After RenewLens Receives Your Frames?
The frame and order information are reviewed before the replacement-lens work is completed.
1. Frame Review
The frame is checked for suitability and compatibility with the requested lens order.
2. Lens Production
The new prescription lenses are produced according to the selected design, material, and options.
3. Installation
The old lenses are removed and the new lenses are fitted into the compatible frame.
4. Inspection & Return
The completed glasses are inspected, packed, and shipped back to you.
COST
How Much Does It Cost to Put New Lenses in Existing Frames?
Price depends on the prescription, lens type, material, coatings, and selected upgrades. A basic single-vision order and a premium progressive or high-index package will not necessarily cost the same.
For a detailed explanation of what changes the final price, see the RenewLens lens replacement cost guide →
Ready to Order New Lenses for Your Frames?
Keep the compatible frames you already own, choose the prescription lenses you need, and send your frames to RenewLens for installation.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Ordering New Lenses for Existing Frames FAQs
How do I order new lenses for frames I already own?
Choose the lens type and available options, provide the prescription information required for the order, send your compatible frames to RenewLens, and the new prescription lenses are produced and installed before the glasses are returned.
Can I re-lens my existing eyeglass frame?
Many frames can be re-lensed when they are in suitable condition and compatible with the prescription, lens design, material, and mounting requirements.
Can I send my frames and get new lenses installed?
Yes. The RenewLens process is designed around sending in compatible frames so the old lenses can be removed and replaced with newly made prescription lenses.
Do I need to buy new frames when my prescription changes?
Not always. If the frame remains suitable and compatible, you may be able to keep it and replace only the prescription lenses.
What do I need to order replacement lenses?
You generally need your prescription, the measurements requested for the selected lens design, your lens preferences, and the frames that will receive the new lenses.
Can I order progressive lenses for frames I already own?
Progressive lenses may be installed in many compatible existing frames. Frame dimensions, prescription, measurements, and the selected progressive design must be suitable for the order.
Can I choose high-index or Transitions lenses for my existing frames?
These options may be available depending on the prescription, frame, selected lens design, material, and product compatibility.
What happens to my old lenses?
The old lenses are removed from the frame so the newly made prescription lenses can be fitted into the compatible frame.