Got new eyeglasses to better appreciate my beauties (turns out multifocal lens are a biatch to get used to though, or is it just me?)
Unrelated to watches but today I got the call from my optometrist to pick up my new pairs of glasses. One's for short sightedness only (first picture) and the other one is my new multifocal.
How do you get used to to looking through one? Oof, the headache from going between far away, intermediate and close by. Also quite expensive. The first one only cost $150 but my multifocal costs around $428.50.
Ugh, I could've snapped a microbrand for that one eyeglasses.
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Amin
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Yup… I wear bifocals now.. aging sucks!!
I just got new progressive lenses. I've worn them for years and they seem perfectly normal now. There is a learning curve, but only temporarily.They can be pricey though.
You're not alone. A while back I ordered "progressive" lenses as you described and I could not get used to them. They took them back without a hassle (apparently it happens frequently, they even had a code for it in their system) and I got regular bifocals instead, which are fine.
When I was a kid the optometrist prescribed me bi-focal lenses. Apparently there was a thought at the time that by making my long distance prescription just a bit too weak, it would force the focusing muscles in my eyes to work harder and fix my vision. It didn't work, but for years afterward I always read through the bottom half of my glasses.
Now I am getting to the age that I will likely need to wear bi-focal lenses again... At least now they don't have the terrible looking, and obvious lines.
You're not alone. A while back I ordered "progressive" lenses as you described and I could not get used to them. They took them back without a hassle (apparently it happens frequently, they even had a code for it in their system) and I got regular bifocals instead, which are fine.
You can return them?
*fights the temptation*
I'll try them on. So far it's just distracting that you have to look at parts of your lenses to see at differing distances.
Your brain will eventually sort it out automatically, just keep wearing them.
When I was a kid the optometrist prescribed me bi-focal lenses. Apparently there was a thought at the time that by making my long distance prescription just a bit too weak, it would force the focusing muscles in my eyes to work harder and fix my vision. It didn't work, but for years afterward I always read through the bottom half of my glasses.
Now I am getting to the age that I will likely need to wear bi-focal lenses again... At least now they don't have the terrible looking, and obvious lines.
I'm so glad to learn these days bifocals and progressive lenses don't have the 'old fogey's' cuts anymore. I'm too young at heart for that. 😛🤓
I went from regular distance lenses and separate mid / computer lenses to progressive / varifocals (and took them off for reading). Worked really well for general, out and about but struggled at the screen. I now have progressive plus "occupational"lenses / glasses - these are brilliant for days at my desk as the main area is "computer distance" and the lower area for reading.
Also worth noting that there is considerable difference from brand to brand (and even within brand) on the way the transition works and amount of dead / blurred space on the edges.
I was lucky enough to get used to my progressives very quickly. Some folks need more time. Unfortunately, there are some people who never get used to them, and end up having to switch between their regular glasses and their reading glasses.
If you’re having trouble with the move to bifocals/progressives, speak to your optician before ditching them. There are things they can suggest to try making the process go more smoothly.
I went from regular distance lenses and separate mid / computer lenses to progressive / varifocals (and took them off for reading). Worked really well for general, out and about but struggled at the screen. I now have progressive plus "occupational"lenses / glasses - these are brilliant for days at my desk as the main area is "computer distance" and the lower area for reading.
Also worth noting that there is considerable difference from brand to brand (and even within brand) on the way the transition works and amount of dead / blurred space on the edges.
I went with Hoya lenses because Zeiss lenses prices are too spicy for me.
Progressives usually take a week or 2 to get comfortable with. Not sure if the optometrist fully explained how they work. But a quick recap is sometimes helpful to get used to them a little quicker.
While keeping your head straight and only moving your eyes
Looking straight ahead is your distance
Right below (like when trying to look at your dash in your car) is your computer distance. (About a hands length away)
At the bottom lens is your reading distance.
The edges of the lens do NOT have any prescription. So if you move your eyes off to the side, it will get blurry. So while getting used to them, I would usually instruct you to point your nose at everything you want to see. That will get you in the habit of turning your face to look at everything.
And a side note for the future.. if there is a Costco near you, it’s way cheaper than a doctors office. I would probably say about half the cost that you paid. Good luck!
Progressives usually take a week or 2 to get comfortable with. Not sure if the optometrist fully explained how they work. But a quick recap is sometimes helpful to get used to them a little quicker.
While keeping your head straight and only moving your eyes
Looking straight ahead is your distance
Right below (like when trying to look at your dash in your car) is your computer distance. (About a hands length away)
At the bottom lens is your reading distance.
The edges of the lens do NOT have any prescription. So if you move your eyes off to the side, it will get blurry. So while getting used to them, I would usually instruct you to point your nose at everything you want to see. That will get you in the habit of turning your face to look at everything.
And a side note for the future.. if there is a Costco near you, it’s way cheaper than a doctors office. I would probably say about half the cost that you paid. Good luck!
Thank you!
Got a multifocal recently as well. My correction isn't too high so it didn't take too long to get used to. I originally tried two different pairs with different corrections ... it was cheaper but much more of a pain to constantly switch glasses. I returned the pairs and got the one. I quite like being able to see watch dials up close again!
I made the leap to varifocals (that's what they're called in the UK) a few years ago. I took to them almost instantly, and really can't do without them.
To get the most out of your watch, you have to learn to look straight down your nose at it. Looking down and off to one side will make it difficult to see. It's a small habit to get into, but it makes a big difference.
Readers are easier for me
Bifocals are brutal!!!
I gave up and don't use glasses for things close to me, and use glasses for distancce only.