Progressive lenses provide comprehensive vision correction within one lens, with no visible line on the surface. This allows you to see clearly during routine activities without constantly switching between pairs.
Distance prescription in the top portion helps you see far-off objects. Middle portion provides a smooth transition and clear intermediate (arm's-length) vision. Near prescription in the bottom portion helps you see at a book reading distance.
When to wear progressive lenses
Glasses with progressive lenses help correct presbyopia, which typically begins to affect people in their 40s and makes it hard to see close objects. Progressives cover multiple vision needs within one lens.
Choose progressives for near distance vision when you're reading, crafting, or need all ranges of vision on the go. For dedicated reading or close-work activities, consider a pair of reading glasses.
Progressive lenses will also help you see clearly at intermediate (arm's-length) distances, ideal for grocery shopping and coffee dates. For dedicated screen-time work, choose Computer Progressives.
The distance portion of progressive lenses helps you see far objects clearly, suitable for driving and walking.
Progressives can be a game-changer when it comes to seeing clearly and comfortably. There are a few things to consider, whether shopping for your first or fifteenth pair.
It can be difficult to adjust to progressive lenses. This goes away after a few weeks (or less with our Premium Progressives). Wear your new lenses all day long to speed up the process.
Peripheral vision will be reduced by the changes that occur at the edge of progressives. This distortion is often referred to as a 'swim effect,' which you'll get used to after 1-2 weeks of wear.
Progressives aren't recommended for long periods of middle-distance activity. For working on a laptop or desktop computer, it's best to wear a pair of our Computer Progressives.
Progressive lenses require a higher degree of technology to produce than single-vision lenses or bifocals. This makes them one of the more expensive lens options.
If you still feel uncomfortable after 2-3 weeks, contact our Customer Service team or visit your nearest Clearly store.
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