Do varifocals make your eyesight worse?

If you’re new to varifocal lenses you may need a little time to get used to them. Varifocal lenses will slightly alter your peripheral vision due to the power changes that occur at the edge of the lens. Having a good lens design can help enormously by all but eliminating this peripheral distortion.

What can go wrong with varifocals?

The most common problem with varifocal glasses is people being unable to focus on what they need to. Losing focus commonly leads to headaches and dizziness when performing tasks that require quick changes in near and middle distance focus, such as climbing the stairs.

Are varifocals good for your eyes?

Varifocals correct your vision over a wide range of distances and do not have a line. The lens is designed to gradually change from the distance power to the reading power as it progresses down the lens. These lenses may be particularly useful if you need an intermediate correction, for example computer work.

Why can’t I read with my varifocals?

The common problem associated with the varifocal glasses is the complication in focusing on the object from different zones of the glass lenses. Eyes and brain take some time to get adjusted to the different refractive zones of the glass lenses.

Are varifocals good for driving?

Varifocals are an extremely common lens-type for driving with glasses. Due to the way they work, varifocals can correct your close, intermediate and distance vision all in one pair of lenses. This can be incredibly helpful for driving.

Why are varifocals so expensive?

First there is the cost of manufacture. Varifocals have to be individually ground to your specific prescription on a very expensive machine. Then there is the market value, what the public is willing to pay. This is why the price for the same product varies from one source to another.

Can varifocals make you feel dizzy?

Dizziness and headache, a stiff neck, fatigue and constantly tripping when going up the stairs – there are many stories about the problems encountered by wearers as they get used to new progressive lenses.

Is there an alternative to varifocals?

Enhanced Reading Lenses and Occupational Progressive Lenses An easy solution to these problems are Enhanced Reading Lenses. These lenses are a great alternative to varifocals and offer a big benefit of larger mid-range and near areas and extra range to single vision reading glasses.

Are varifocals better than two pairs of glasses?

You could find varifocals are a more cost-effective option for you as purchasing one pair with varifocals could work out cheaper than two pairs. It’s also more convenient than constantly switching between your two pairs of glasses. However, some people do experience an adjustment period when switching to varifocals.

Can I change my Specsavers glasses?

Just call your local store whenever you need and they’ll be happy to arrange a suitable time for you to come in to get your glasses adjusted. What will it cost to adjust my glasses? There’s no charge for any adjustments to your glasses.

Why are my new Varifocals blurry?

If you feel that your vision has changed, it could be because your frame is out of alignment. This is particularly true of varifocals – if they are not sitting correctly, you could be looking through the wrong part of the lens, and your vision will seem blurry.

Are varifocal glasses better to wear?

Varifocal glasses will be better to wear in all respect. Varifocal glasses allow the automatic adjustment of the eye to be able to view both near and far distances easily. Varifocal make use of multiple focal points to achieve this auto-adjustment.

Are progressive lenses (varifocals) better than bifocal lenses?

Raise your chin more, and your eyes drop down to the bottom 1/3 of the lens, which is for near vision. The transition from distance to near is seamless. So in conclusion, the progressive lenses, or varifocals, are superior to the bifocal, by far.

What are the different types of varifocal lenses?

1 – Standard varifocal – This is an unbranded digital lens. It is fantastic value and a great starter to the world of varifocal lenses – chosen as an enhanced alternative to bifocals. There will be some ‘peripheral distortion’ around the edge of the lens but this will be minimal. 2 – Premium free-form varifocal – This is a Hoya FreeForm lens.

What are varifocals and how do they work?

They are made/named for specific vision distances such as ‘close’, ‘screen’ or ‘room’ depending on your vision requirements. Typically referred to as standard, premium, free form, occupational, lifestyle and elite lenses. Simply put, the more advanced varifocals have a wider field of vision with less peripheral distortion.