Single-vision lenses aren’t new technology, but for some users, they are a game-changer.
They correct vision for one specific distance (hence the name), either close-up or far away. In contrast, multifocal lenses correct vision for two or more distances at a time.
But the real question is, are single vision lenses right for you? Let’s dive in!
Are you worried your glasses’ lenses look too thick? Don’t fret; it’s not unusual to have thick lenses.
Thick glasses lenses are common with strong prescriptions. Higher prescriptions naturally create more lens curvature, which leads to thickness.
To better understand what this means, we’ll dive into thick glasses lenses, who needs them, and the frames that help them look and feel their best. Let’s get into it!
Eyeglasses and contact lenses are the two most common options for vision correction. Both offer unique optical properties, and come with practical advantages, and disadvantages that may affect how they suit your lifestyle and purchase decisions.
Understanding the differences can help you make a better decision about your vision correction needs, so let’s drill down now…
Roughly 194 million Americans and over 1.4 billion people worldwide wear glasses or contact lenses, according to The Vision Council. It’s estimated 75% of adults currently require, or will require, vision correction at some point in their lives.
While there are a number of reasons people wear glasses, most often it is to correct what is known as a refractive error. The National Eye Institute defines a refractive error as a vision issue that occurs as a result of changes in the shape of your eye that prevents light from correctly focusing on the retina. As a result, images often become blurred, distorted, and out of focus while also contributing to physical discomforts including headaches, double vision, and eye strain.
