Presbyopia Archives

The Long-Term Side Effects of Monovision Contact Lenses

Written By Lauren Anderson

Monovision contact lenses are an innovative solution for people with presbyopia. But some people worry about the side effects they can cause.

Monovision contacts are generally safe and non-invasive. However, some people do find visual trade-offs that persist beyond the expected time it takes to get used to them.

I’ve done the research so you don’t have to. This article summarizes numerous studies to give you the most accurate information on what the science says about the long-term side effects of monovision contact lenses.

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Monovision Contacts Driving Me Crazy: Why and What To Do

Written By Lauren Anderson

Have you just started wearing monovision contact lenses… and you hate them? Maybe you’re about ready to throw in the towel. Well, if it’s any comfort, what you’re feeling isn’t that uncommon!

Monovisions do take a while to get used to. This comes down to their design; one eye is being corrected for distance vision and the other for near vision. This is not what your brain is used to.

In this post, we’re going to discuss why monovision contacts might be driving you crazy. We’ll also talk about how long it takes to get used to them, potential problems, and what to do if you think monos just aren’t right for you.

Multifocal Contact Lenses vs Bifocal Contacts: What’s the Difference?

Written By Lauren Anderson

Are you thinking about getting contacts for presbyopia? You might have heard of both ‘multifocal’ contact lenses and ‘bifocal’ lenses.

The names often get used interchangeably, which can be confusing!

So what’s the actual difference between them? And which one should you choose?

What Are Bifocal Contact Lenses?

Written By Lauren Anderson

Thinking about trying bifocal contact lenses? You may be wondering how exactly they work and if they’re a good choice for you.

That’s what I’m here to discuss! I’ll walk you through the different types of bifocal contact lenses along with some alternative options.

Older woman wearing bifocal glasses and reading

What Are Bifocal Lens Glasses?

Written By Lauren Anderson

Are you struggling to see at both near and far distances? Has reading become trickier?

You could possibly benefit from bifocal lens glasses.

Bifocal glasses are designed to correct both near and distance vision with a single lens. That way, you don’t have to keep switching between two pairs of glasses.

Let’s get into what these glasses are to help you decide if they’re right for you!