When Is The Right Time to Get Progressive Lenses?

As we age, many of us notice our vision changing in small ways like difficulty focusing on screens or books. These subtle signs often indicate it's time to consider progressive or no-line bifocals. However, there is a question asked by many when exactly should you book an exam with our talented optometrist Palm Desert at Acuity Optical? Here are a few guidelines on the optimal timing for adopting these lens styles. Mid-40s: Many individuals first experience presbyopia, around this life stage. This natural hardening of the eye's lens makes reading somewhat strained and holding devices farther away helps. While monovision contacts or single-vision readers may suffice short-term, progressives provide full-time clarity. Computer Usage: Spending significant daily hours in front of digital screens or documents accelerates presbyopia symptoms. Our eyewear Palm Desert experts can fit you for progressive lenses made for your specific device viewing distances to avoid neck strain. Hob...