How to Adapt to Progressive Lenses

So you need different lenses for things like reading, driving and work. Rather than dealing with multiple pairs of glasses, try progressive lenses, also called no-line bifocals. They are designed to offer the convenience of multifocal lenses without a visible line. Progressive lenses are more expensive than bifocal or trifocal prescription glasses and are much harder to get used to. This is because the areas left and right of the middle section of the lens are distorted and cannot be seen through, which is necessary to create no-line lenses. Taking the time to get used to progressive lenses and wearing them correctly will help you adapt to your new vision tool.

Instructions

• 1

  Stop wearing your old glasses immediately and begin wearing your new glasses without taking them off during the day once you have your prescription. Ensure that glasses are worn high on the bridge of your nose, as close to your face as possible. Weaker prescriptions are more easily adapted to than strong prescriptions.

• 2

  Sit down while getting used to your new lenses, such as in front of the television, according to McDonalds Adams Optometrists Limited. Move your head in order to see things as opposed to simply shifting your eyes. To only shift your eyes means you will be looking through a blurry part of the lens. Pointing your nose in the direction you want to look will help you get used to looking at things through your progressive lenses.

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  Tuck in your chin and point your nose toward your toes when going up and down stairs, and take your glasses off if you feel uneasy. Refrain from operating motor vehicles until you are completely comfortable with your progressive lenses.