Adapting to new lenses varies from person to person. The following guidelines can help make the adaptation process easier.
1. Move your head together with your eyes - Progressive lenses are designed with distance vision in the upper area and near vision in the lower area. Rather than moving only your eyes, turn your head together to align the object you are viewing with the centre of the lens.
2. Avoid lowering your head too much when viewing near objects - When looking at close items such as your phone, a book, or a menu, keep your head upright and move your eyes downward to view through the lower portion of the lens.
3. Take extra care when going down stairs or steps - The lower area of the lens is designed for near vision. When walking downstairs, lower your head slightly to ensure you are viewing the ground through the distance vision area for safety.
4. Wear your glasses for extended periods at the beginning - Consistent wear throughout the day is more helpful than wearing them briefly and removing them often. Wearing your glasses during close work such as reading or phone use can also help speed up adaptation.
5. Adjust your working distance for computer or desk tasks - If your monitor is too high or too close, it may cause discomfort. Position the screen slightly below eye level and view it with a natural downward head posture.
6. Mild dizziness during the initial period is normal - During the first few days, you may notice slight dizziness or visual distortion. This is a normal part of the adaptation process and usually resolves over time. Most customers begin to feel comfortable within two weeks.