I saw an optometrist at the end of October after a long time. I had been relying on my opthalmologist for years as I go there to check my cataract annually. However, the optometrist has more time to do a thorough eye exam as opposed to a specific check. My prescription had changed slightly so I decided to get new eyeglasses and sunglasses. The sunglasses weren't even progressive lenses before. I figure it had been at least 11 years since I changed eyeglasses. It was time.
I had been removing my old eyeglasses a lot for reading and now with the new prescription I don't have to! My life has improved in a small way! The optometrist also had more time for questions. He told me I was not a candidate for laser eye surgery with the cataract, I had always wondered about that although I never considered that surgery. If and when the time comes I would get new 'lenses' put inside the eye which would give me perfect eyesight. They always do both eyes to equalize your vision.
I had been removing my old eyeglasses a lot for reading and now with the new prescription I don't have to! My life has improved in a small way! The optometrist also had more time for questions. He told me I was not a candidate for laser eye surgery with the cataract, I had always wondered about that although I never considered that surgery. If and when the time comes I would get new 'lenses' put inside the eye which would give me perfect eyesight. They always do both eyes to equalize your vision.
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Not all progressives are succesfull. mine weren't, as the emphasis was on the far sight,much less on reading and computer work. I intend to buy a new pair and discuss the matter of the three fields with the optometrist.
Hi Christine i am so glad that you can see better with your new glasses.
Glad you got new glasses and are happy with them. I have had cataract surgery on both eyes and it went well. Hugs, Valerie
When I went to the optometrist for new glasses he took me to the window and pointed to the sky. "What's that?" he said. "The sun," I replied.
"How far do you want to see?"
I insisted on having some glasses. So he sold me some wine glasses, and some champagne glasses. He said it was a new line that came in recently and he was diversifying his business.
God bless.
Great to hear that you see better now! Always a win!
Wow, that is a long time to wait to change. I wear contacts and they always change a little year after year.
Amazing it's been 11 years since you last changed prescriptions! Good for you! And why wouldn't you be a candidate for cataract surgery? I'd never heard of that before.
It's always good to see an optometrist to check your vision.
I am not a candidate for Laser surgery, I can have cataract surgery if/when the time comes, no worries!
haha
Sounds like you got your monies worth out of the old ones:)
Always nice when life improves;)
I've talked to several people who had cataract surgery combined with corrective lens implantation. They said they had to pay more out of pocket but it was DEFINITELY worth it.
Amazing what a good pair of glasses can do, isn't it? I'll be getting my eyes checked after the holidays.
New glasses are awesome. Being able to see well as we age is such a blessing.
Have a fabulous day. ♥
i've seen how they do lazer eye surgery and cataract surgery and nope lol I can't stand anything done to my eyes and probably drive my optometrist insane with all the blinking I do at the appointment lol
Glad your new glasses have improved your life. :)
hope, you will have perfect eyesight soon.
have a great day
Happy days!
I'm pleased to read you are happy with your new glasses.
I have an eyesight test in the New Year.
All the best Jan
How wonderful, new glasses. I always feel better. I've had them since gr. 4. I just ordered a pair for long-distance only, not progressives. They are driving me nuts.
11 years??!!!
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