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Contact lenses is another way to correct vision besides wearing glasses. I am nearsighted and can't see anything without my glasses. It corrects my vision and I don't have to worry about having my glasses break
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoToday's bifocal contact lenses are not really bifocals any more. The vast majority are "multifocal" which means they have an infinite amount of focusing between far and near.
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∙ 13y agothin lenses help for longsighted people and thick lenses help shortsighted people
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∙ 13y agoGlasses lenses and contact lenses direct light to hit directly on your retina as a single point. That is what makes a clear image.
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Which are better bifocal contact lenses or monovision contacts?
Bifocal contacts lenses are a better option..:)
What is the difference between bifocal and multifocal contact lenses?
The difference between bifocal and multifocal contact lenses is that biofocal contact lenses do not provide so many different angles as multifocal contact lenses do. Biofocal contact lenses do not allow the user to see as good as with multifocal contact lenses.
Where could one purchase bifocal contact lenses from?
One can purchase bifocal contact lenses from eyeglasses stores such as Lenscrafters or Walgreens. One may also purchase from online retailers such as 1800Contacts or Acuvue.
What does add hi low med mean in contact lenses?
It means you are using a bifocal contact lens that has a bifocal power of about +1.25 to +1.50. A high add would have the bifocal power of about +2.50.
Who invented the lenses?
who invented the bifocal lenses
What are bifocal contact lenses?
Yes, varifocal contact lenses are also available but you will achieve a higher standard of vision with glasses. You could try monovision, wearing one contact lens for distance work and the other for close work. It's not for everyone and takes some getting used to but the results are excellent if you can adjust to it. You can also have laser surgery for monovision.
In which cases are bifocal lenses advantageous?
One of the benefits of having bifocal lenses is that they correct astigmatism. The lenses can be worn during most waking hours with few to no problems.
How soon did bifocal lenses become popular?
instantly
What does the word bifocal mean?
It is lenses which Benjamin Franklin invented.
Having two lenses on one glass?
bifocual
What types of contract lens are for sale?
There are three types of contact lenses available for sale: soft, hard, and specialized. Soft contact lenses are the most popular worldwide and are available as daily wear, extended wear, or as a disposable variety. If well taken care of, one pair of hard contact lenses can generally be used for two or three years. Specialized contact lenses are for certain visual needs and include hybrid, bifocal, and tinted lenses.
Should your eyes be measured for bifocal contact lenses?
Usually yes, as a minimum the corneal curvature should be measured, but this all depends on the type of lens being fit. Is it a hard or soft contact?
