The main front-of-frame parts
Bridge: the center section that rests over the nose and connects both rims or lens areas.
Rim or eyewire: the section that holds the lens in place on a full-rim frame.
Nose pads: the contact points that help support metal and some specialty frames.
Pad arms: the small metal arms that hold the nose pads and affect fit.
The side and hinge parts
End piece: the side section where the frame front meets the temple.
Hinge: the mechanism that lets the temple open and close.
Temple or arm: the side piece that extends over the ear.
Temple tip: the coated or shaped end section designed for comfort.
The small parts people forget
- Hinge screws
- Rimless mount hardware
- Lens groove areas on plastic frames
- Decorative crystals, logos, and trim pieces
Why this page helps with repairs
A customer who says the hinge is loose, the bridge cracked, or the nose pad arm bent gives the lab a much better starting point than someone who only says the glasses are broken.
Frequently asked questions
What is the part that holds the lenses called?
On full-rim frames it is often called the rim or eyewire.
What is the part that opens and closes?
That is the hinge connecting the frame front to the temple.
Why do part names matter?
Because accurate part names help your repair request get understood faster.