Wednesday, March 10, 2010

contact lens

Question
I have been told that I don't need glasses.  To just buy a cheap pair of reading glasses if I needed them.  My question is Do they make a contact lens that is magnifying just like a pair of reading glasses?


Answer
Dear Pamela,



Not knowing what powers you have been prescribed, I cannot guide you exactly.



However, for reading numbers (which is due to age above 40 years and a natural process), Presbyopia is a process in which contact lenses are not advisable as these will then interfere with your clarity in distances.



However, your optometrist will explain this better and specific for you.



Best,

Dr Shroff

www.shroffeye.org