In no time at all, you will be enjoying the look of progressives along with the natural vision of your new lenses.

Dear Patient
We have prepared a few tips to help you learn to use your new progressive addition lenses.

Put your old pair of eyeglasses away.

Try not to switch between your old glasses and your new ones. Wear your new eyeglasses continuously during waking hours for the first two weeks, as long as safety permits. Also, don't look at your feet when you walk.

Your new lenses work very much like your eyes.
The vision correction gradually progresses” from one level to another, each flowing smoothly into the other. The result is correction of your vision for all distances - close up, far away, and everything in between. 

How long will it take to learn to use my progressives?  
Most patients learn to use their lenses within a couple of days. However, sometimes it may take two or three weeks. Remember, switching back and forth between your old lenses and your new progressives will only delay your progress.
Also, sometimes an adjustment is necessary. Please come into our office if you haven't learned to use your progressives after three weeks.

To see in the distance.
Look straight ahead as you normally would without glasses – it is as simple as that.

To see at arm length.
Just drop your eyes slightly.

To see up close.
Look through the lower portion of your lens.

Will my peripheral vision be affected?
Your new lenses also introduce some changes in your peripheral perception due to power changes in the periphery. These changes are mainly perceived in dynamic situations – when you or an object motion.

This effect has been greatly reduced in advanced lens designs, which allow for both near-vision and peripheral vision comfort

What about progressive sunglasses?  
Yes, progressives are available in sunglasses including polarized sun wear.  

When should I have my lenses adjusted?

• If you haven't learned to use the lenses weeks. If you suddenly have difficulty

• seeing. Chances are, you dropped or sat on your lenses, knocking them out of alignment.

• When it is time for your regular eye examination.