Adjusting To Progressive Lenses

 

Have you recently started wearing progressive lenses? These are in a way the next generation of the bifocal and trifocal, which can adjust for farsightedness, nearsightedness and more. The prescription

changes gradually from the top part of the lens to the bottom. This allows the same vision correction as bifocals and trifocals without the annoying line or social stigma.

It's important to realize that there may be a bit of an adjustment period to these lenses, especially the first time you get some.

Here are a few tips on making the transition go smoothly:

• Practice looking at objects at different distances

• Try reading a book and watching TV at the same time. This will help your eyes get used to going between near and far focus

• Instead of moving your eyes to see things at different distances, try moving your head.

• Keep wearing your new lenses, no matter how annoying they are. Don't go back to your old ones!

Ask your Marysville, WA eye center for more tips on getting used to progressive lenses. Click this Company Page to learn more.

3 Things That Are Bad For Your Eyes

 

You only get one set of eyes! It's important to take good care of them. There are certain things that are beneficial to your eyes, such as staying active, eating well, and visiting your eye doctor regularly. There are also some things that are detrimental to your eye health.

Here are some of the main ones:

Smoking

Smoking is horrible for pretty much every organ in your body … including your eyes. It has been associated with many eye problems, such as AMD and cataracts, as well as other health issues that can affect the eyes, such as diabetes.

Eye Strain

Spending a long day at the computer won't cause immediate damage. However, screen time does strain your eyes, and can lead to dry eye and other issues. Make sure your workplace has a proper, ergonomic setup. Taking regular breaks will also help.

Skipping Sunglasses

UV light is extremely damaging to your eyes. Wearing sunglasses any time you are outdoors is a simple and effective way to protect your eyes. Pick a pair that offers 100% UV protection.

Call your Marysville, WA optometry clinic for more information on how to keep your eyes healthy.