Lenses for Computer Use and Other Special Needs

I wear glasses for reading, but I'm having difficulty seeing my computer screen clearly. What can I do?

Many people who need near-vision correction wear single vision lenses (lenses that have a single prescription throughout the entire lens) or traditional reading glasses. But these options do not provide clear vision for objects in the mid-range area-from two to ten feet away.

This inability to focus clearly in the mid-range area not only interferes with work-related tasks, but with many leisure time activities as well. Whether you're a computer user, an artist or a musician, if you need to maintain clear, uninterrupted vision from reading distance up to ten feet, you can benefit from enhanced near-vision lenses.

Progressive lenses are designed specifically to enhance near vision. The no-line lenses provide generous near vision in the bottom of the lens, and clear mid-range vision in the top of the lens.

Progressives are a good choice for:

  • Single vision lens wearer who need additional clear, wide mid-range viewing for up to ten feet.
  • Computer users who need wider vision from the reading area to the computer monitor.
  • Bifocal or trifocal lens wearers who want wider, clearer mid-range vision.
  • Contact lens wearers who need assistance with reading and mid-range.

    Dr. Brinegar recommends Varilux Comfort for most progressive multi-focal wearers.