How long does it take for your eyes to adjust to multifocal contact lenses?

Let them know it will take a little while for their eyes to adapt to this design, just like a new pair of spectacles. It may even take from four to six weeks for their eyes to adjust. Set the first follow-up appointment for one week and make adjustments as needed.

How do you get used to wearing multifocal contacts?

Wear your new glasses consistently. If the multifocal lenses make you feel a bit funny, start by only wearing them while you are sitting, then gradually incorporate wearing them in everyday movements and increase how often you wear them. To focus on far away objects, look straight ahead as you normally would.

Can multifocal lenses make you dizzy?

This can make you feel unsteady. Your brain has to adjust to different strengths as your eyes move around the lenses. That’s why you might feel dizzy. Older people who’ve never worn multifocals before may need lenses with a big change between the top and bottom of the lens.

How well do multifocal contacts work?

Multifocal contact lenses allow you to see near, medium, and far distances with better visual acuity and less juggling of other devices, like wearing contacts and also wearing reading glasses. They are not for everyone, but they can be very helpful for some people who have more than one refractive error.

Can multifocal contact lenses cause nausea?

Many people have a difficult time adjusting to the different lens powers in progressive lenses. If wearers are not used to multiple changes in lens power, progressive lenses can make them nauseous and dizzy at first.

Why are my new contacts blurry?

Some blurriness is common for new contact lens wearers. The distortion usually results from dryness. To counteract the moisture loss, talk to your eye care practitioner about medicated eye drops or pick up over-the-counter drops from your favourite drugstore. Do not drive or bike while experiencing blurry vision.

Are You a candidate for Multifocal contact lens success?

Candidates for multifocal contact lens success include presbyopic patients who wear only glasses, those who wear contact lenses but wear reading glasses over them and those who are already wearing monovision contact lenses (particularly those with high computer use).

How long do contact lenses take to get used to?

Thankfully with most soft contact lenses, however, it only takes a few days for your eyes to adjust to wearing them. Whether they’re made from hydrogel or silicone hydrogel, soft contact lenses make for a smooth and seamless transition from glasses to contacts. Yes, most rigid gas permeable contact lenses can take a few weeks to get used to.

How long does it take to adjust to new contacts?

The adjustment period for new contacts varies from person to person. It also depends on the type of prescription and contact lenses prescribed. You’ll find that most soft contact lenses only take a few days for your eyes to adjust to.

Do you need contact lenses after 40?

Everyone’s eyes begin to have trouble focusing close up sometime after age 40, but most patients are unaware of their options. “All people over the age of 40 who wear glasses should know contact lenses are an option so they at least know what the possibilities are,” Dr. Walline says.