Whether you've had to wear prescription glasses your entire life or they're a completely new experience, getting used to bifocals takes time. These glasses are designed to help with long-distance vision at the top of the lenses and near-sightedness at the bottom. With time, this multi-functionality is incredibly useful, but there is an adaption period before they become second nature. Below are some tips for remembering to use your new functional accessory and adapting your eyesight to their lenses.

3 Methods for Familiarizing Yourself With Bifocals

1. Wear Them Constantly

Although bifocals are designed for temporary use throughout the day, you can accustom yourself to carrying them around by keeping them on throughout the day. Put them on your bathroom counter next to your toothbrush, so you remember to put them on when getting ready for work or daily errands. Continuously using them helps your eyes adapt to the near and far-sighted functionality of their lenses. If you have an old pair of prescription glasses, try to avoid using them. Their standard lenses will make it harder for your eyes to adapt to the bifocal style. 

2. Have Them Properly Fitted

The fit of your bifocals will make or break your experience of using these prescription glasses. Ill-fitting frames slide down your nose and cause a dull pain behind your ears, making this tool more of a hindrance than a help. If your glasses don't sit correctly, items in your line of sight appear to jump in and out of your vision as they distort between the near and far-sighted lenses. This can be distracting and cause pressure headaches, which are fixable issues with well-fitted glasses.

3. Change How You Read

Depending on your habits, you may need to change the way you read material from books, computers, and other sources. Try placing what you're reading below your face and about 16-18 inches from your eyes. This makes it easier to read content through the bottom half of your bifocals, keeping your eyes trained downwards instead of through the top portion of the lens. Over time you will get used to reading this way, and it will come naturally.

If you need prescription glasses to help your vision focus, Pal Optical provides eye exams and prescribes glasses to residents of Lexington, KY. This eye doctor has over 1,500 frames to choose from, including the latest trending styles. Choose from Calvin Klein®, Randy Jackson®, Ray-Ban®, and other high-quality eyewear options from their in-house lab. The in-house specialists perform frame adjustments, screw replacements, and tightening services for no additional charge. They also have a stock of glass cleaning accessories available for purchase. Visit their website to learn more about their prescription glasses products, or call 859) 266-3003 to schedule an appointment.