Progressive Lenses - Your Essential FAQ
1. Which type of progressive lenses is suitable for me?
The best progressive lenses for your needs depend entirely on your lifestyle, daily activities, and specific visual requirements.
Standard Progressive Lenses:
Offer a good balance for distance, intermediate (computer), and near (reading) vision, suitable for general, all-day wear.
Premium/Custom Progressive Lenses:
These are digitally crafted based on your unique prescription, frame measurements, and how you wear your glasses. They offer wider fields of view and significantly reduced peripheral distortion, making adaptation much easier.
(This relates directly to your "adjust on the spot" claim!)
Office/Degressive Lenses (or Intermediate/Near Progressives):
These are specialized lenses with a focus on intermediate and near vision. They are an excellent choice if:
Your primary need is for a computer screen and desk work.
You do not require distance glasses for driving or walking, but need help with mid-to-close tasks.
You will know what is best for you after a detailed consultation with our expert opticians who can assess your work environment and visual habits.
2. Will I feel dizzy or get a floating sensation when using progressive lenses?
Progressive lenses do not inherently cause giddiness or a floating feeling in modern designs.
This sensation, often described as the ground or objects "swaying" or "swimming," is a common, temporary side effect for new wearers. It is caused by peripheral distortion—the blurred areas on the far edges of the lens, which are a byproduct of the smooth transition between prescriptions.
The Solution is the Right Fit and Technology:
You shouldn't have this feeling in the first place because it is all about getting the right optical properties. High-quality, customized progressive lenses are designed with much wider and clearer visual fields and minimal peripheral distortion.
Proper Fitting is Crucial: If your lenses are not perfectly centered for your eyes, or the frame fit is off, this feeling is exacerbated. Our precise measurement and fitting process ensures optimal alignment.
(*If the feeling persists for more than a few days, it almost always points to an issue with the lens design choice, an inaccurate prescription, or an incorrect frame fitting.)
3. How long do I need to adjust myself to progressive lenses?
Most first time progressive wearers typically take anywhere from one week to two weeks to adjust to their new lenses.
However, the choice of lens design and technology can significantly shorten the adjusting time, or in some premium cases, you may even get adjusted on the spot!
Factors for a Quicker Adjustment:
Premium Digital Design: Lenses with sophisticated, free-form designs adapt much faster due to wider, clearer vision zones.
Consistent Wear: Wearing your new progressive glasses full-time from day one is the single best way to help your brain adapt quickly.
Proper Technique: Learning to point your nose at what you want to look at (instead of just moving your eyes sideways) helps you utilize the clearest part of the lens.
We are confident in our ability to provide a seamless transition. Check out our reviews! Our customers frequently share their positive, quick adjustment experiences.
4. Do all progressive lenses perform the same?
Absolutely not. While all progressive lenses aim to provide clear vision at multiple distances without visible lines, the quality of the viewing experience, the ease of adaptation, and the level of comfort can vary significantly.
This variation is due to three core factors:
Patented Designs & Technology: Every major lens manufacturer has its own patented designs and technologies, leading to variations in how their lenses perform. Premium brands use digital, free-form technology to make the transition between powers smoother and the clear viewing corridors much wider.
Customization: Standard progressive lenses are a "one-size-fits-all" design. Premium, customized lenses are unique to you—taking into account your frame, your face, and your primary visual tasks. This personalization dramatically enhances performance.
Viewing Experience: Cheaper or basic lenses often have narrower viewing areas and more noticeable peripheral distortion, making the adjustment period longer and more challenging. Premium lenses minimize these side effects, delivering a superior, more natural vision experience.
