How to Use your New Progressive Lenses

Is your close up vision getting a little fuzzy? Is it tough to read the menu or your favorite book? You may need alittle assistance and adding reading power into your glasses could help to make things clear again.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

1. Be honest with yourself. If you are noticing trouble with seeing up close, tell your ophthalmologist or optometrist. Your prescription can be customized to meet your needs. And don't despair, you can wear bifocals without the lines. It will be a secret between you and the doctor that you have a hidden tool in your lenses- the progressive.
2. Choose a stylish frame. Just because you have progressive does not mean that you cannot have fun with your glasses. Due to the many advances in technology, you can choose from a wide array of frame options and features. When picking a frame, seek assistance from an optician to choose the frame that is the right size to meet your optical needs.
3. Ask questions about how the lenses work. The lenses have three special features. First, the top portion is for your distance vision. Primarily, for driving or looking down at aisle at the supermarket. The second portion, is for the intermediate area or about arm's length away from you. Most folks call this the "computer" portion. And last but not least you have the reading area. This is portion will enhance your ability to read fine print, like your favorite Shakespeare novel.
4. Be patient. This will take some time to get used to. The most common challenge is learning how to utilize each feature of the lens. Here's a tip: Point your chin at the desired object/thing you would like to see. This will help to ensure that you are using the appropriate section of the lenses.

Tips & Warnings

• Do research about different lens options that are available.
• Talk to others that have worn progressives.
• Ask your optician to show you the design of the lenses offered and explain the features.
• The channel and design of progressive lenses limit your peripheral vision so remember to turn your head when trying to make quick glances over your shoulder.