Eye exams check your vision and can reveal underlying health issues, enabling doctors to recommend the right treatment. Doctors can see signs of hypertension, diabetes, or other health problems. They’ll also determine if you require corrective lenses for near or far vision. Here are four reasons to get multifocal contact lenses:
1. Clear Vision
One advantage of multifocal contact lenses is their ability to correct vision at multiple distances. As individuals age, they may experience difficulty focusing on near objects, a condition known as presbyopia. Reading glasses are one solution, but they often require switching back and forth with other eyewear. Multifocal lenses reduce the need to remove eyewear by blending prescriptions in a single lens. This lets you see near, intermediate, and far objects — like your phone, computer, or the road ahead — without switching glasses.
At Collins Eye Center, we offer eye exams and contact lens fittings to make sure lenses are comfortable. During a contact lens exam, we’ll also measure the curvature of the cornea to select the best type and size of contact. Multifocal lenses provide a seamless vision experience across all distances, making daily tasks easier and more natural.
2. Natural Visuals
Traditional bifocal or reading glasses may cause abrupt transitions between distances. Multifocal contacts offer a smoother transition between near, intermediate, and far vision, reducing the abrupt adjustments that glasses sometimes require. This design enables the eyes to minimize awkward adjustments when viewing multiple objects. Specialists can recommend the best type of lens based on preferences or lifestyle. This includes spending time at a desk, outdoors, or managing a blend of activities. Selecting the lens that fits your lifestyle provides comfortable, natural vision throughout the day.
3. Eye Strain
Eye strain and headaches may come from overworking the eyes. This might stem from switching between screens, books, or objects at a distance. If you’re squinting or struggling to focus, your eyes become fatigued, leading to discomfort. Multifocal lenses help by reducing the extra effort required to shift focus. By providing clearer vision at multiple distances, multifocal lenses may help reduce the effort your eyes exert when switching focus, potentially easing eye fatigue and discomfort.
At Collins Eye Center, we also provide specialized care for individuals experiencing headaches and eye strain. Eye exams can determine whether presbyopia, uncorrected refractive errors, or another issue is causing pain. Other conditions that might be addressed include astigmatism, which can be corrected with soft contact lenses or hybrid lenses.
4. Eye Health
Some multifocal lenses, particularly those designed for myopia control, may help slow the progression of nearsightedness. By distributing focus differently across the lens, these contacts can help manage nearsightedness by controlling how the eye grows over time. To address symptoms of myopia, choosing a lens with the right material and design is key. This includes designs such as daily disposables and extended-wear formats. This flexibility allows you to select a lens that fits your daily routine.
A detailed contact lens exam will help evaluate both the prescription and the health of the eyes. Factors such as tear production and other existing conditions, including dry eye, are reviewed during the process. If dry eyes are an issue, professional treatments help improve comfort and make contact lens wear comfortable.
Use Multifocal Contact Lenses Today
Contact lenses provide a solution for presbyopia, eye strain, or progressive myopia. They enhance daily routines by providing clear vision at every distance, reducing eye fatigue, and promoting long-term ocular health. From reading a menu to driving at night, these lenses provide versatile options for modern vision care. Contact our team at Collins Eye Center today to learn more about eye exams, lens fittings, and personalized strategies for clearer, more comfortable vision.
