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Q: I WEAR BIFOCAL GLASSES, COULD I WEAR CONTACT LENSES EVEN IF I NEED BIFOCALS. Bifocal contact lenses are available. In addition, the technique of monovision (using one eye for close vision and one eye for distant vision) is becoming more common. Reading glasses may also be used in addition to contact lenses to adjust to vision changes. Check with your doctor. Q: DON'T BIFOCALS/TRIFOCALS INDICATE A SERIOUS VISION PROBLEM? The gradual decrease in the ability of the eyes to focus is a natural part of the aging process. Multifocal lenses merely correct for these changes. Currently, over half of all lenses worn in the U.S. arc multifocal. Q: I DON'T LIKE THE WAY BIFOCAL GLASSES MAKE ME LOOK. IS THERE SOME WAY TO GET RID OF THAT TELLTALE LINE IN THE MIDDLE OF MY LENSES? Those lines can be eliminated with no-line ·invisibleš multifocal lenses. Basicallly, there are two types of no-line lenses. The first type is just like the typical bifocal/trifocal except that the lines are not visible, the second type is known as a progressive addition lens, which gradually changes in power from the distance-vision segment to the near-vision segment. Or, you may want to consider contact lenses, which are available in bifocal or through the use of mono-vision (using one eye for close vision and one eye for distant vision). I can examine your eyes and help you decide which option is best for you. Q: I SAW SOME READING GLASSES ON A STAND IN THE DRUGSTORE. WOULD THEY BE OF ANY HELP TO ME Ready-to-wear reading glasses sold over the counter without a prescription are of limited value for most people. These mass-produced glasses are simply magnifying lenses mounted in frames. Although these glasses usually are not harmful in themselves, there is a risk in buying these glasses without first getting a thorough eye examination to detect eye disease and determine the exact cause of seeing difficulties.
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