Although for some people, using multifocal glasses is inevitable, we notice that many are hesitant to invest in such a unique product. Every day, we have customers who need multifocal glasses but settle for having two or three pairs of glasses, making their daily life more difficult. The phrases we hear daily include:

• “I’ve heard that multifocal glasses make you dizzy.”
• “A friend of mine tried them and they didn’t like them at all.”
• “I was told that multifocal glasses are not good,” and so on.

Let’s start with the basics:

Multifocal glasses are not for everyone, but they are for most people. They are glasses that make our lives easier. Glasses that we can wear all day, from morning to night, for clear and comfortable vision at all distances. However, for more precise tasks, other glasses, such as intermediate or single-vision ones, may be used.

Multifocal lenses provide correction for many different distances, making them ideal for daily activities such as reading, working on the computer, or even driving. However, they do face limitations when it comes to precise tasks, such as working on small surfaces or performing detailed work.

First of all, it’s important to understand that getting used to multifocal glasses will take some time and patience. While some people may initially experience difficulties, with the right amount of time and guidance from their optician, these problems will be resolved.

So why might it be difficult to see with multifocal glasses?

One of the reasons could be that you haven’t yet learned how to use them correctly. Optometrists train users on how to look through the various zones of the lenses to achieve the best possible vision at every distance.

Additionally, choosing the right lenses is crucial. The lenses must be selected based on your individual needs and be correctly centered on your eyes. If this is not done properly, it can cause discomfort and dizziness.

Taking care of your multifocal glasses:

Proper care of your multifocal glasses is equally important. Clean your lenses properly and regularly check their fit with your optician to ensure optimal performance.

Communication with your optician:

If you experience issues with your vision, it is essential to inform your optician and follow their advice to improve the situation.

Steps for better vision and adjustment to multifocal glasses

1. Discussing your needs with your optician:

Take some time to describe your daily routine and vision needs to your optician. They will determine if you are a good candidate for multifocal glasses and will teach you how they work and how to use them.

2. Choosing the ideal frame for your glasses:

The right frame is crucial for the successful use of multifocal glasses. The frame must fit well with your facial shape. A frame that is too large or too small can cause dizziness and discomfort behind the ears or on the nose if it doesn’t sit properly.

3. Confirming your prescription:

Make sure that your prescription is up to date, and explain to your optician which distances you need to see clearly in your daily life.

4. Correct eye centering:

Proper measurement of your eye distance is essential. The optician must measure the distance between your eyes and the height of your eyes in relation to the frame.

Multifocal glasses at The Optical Center:

• We offer ONLY BRANDED multifocal lenses.
• We provide optometric examinations.
• We recommend lenses that meet your personal needs.
• We guarantee 100% adjustment and offer a free replacement with two single-vision pairs if the adjustment is not successful.

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