Here at McDonald Adams we have a team who have successfully worn progressive lenses. Read our comments and advice.

Shannon: I wore glasses when I was younger, had LASIK, and eventually needed glasses again. Progressive lenses have made that transition incredibly easy. I love that one pair does everything—reading, computer work, and distance.

Sally: Settle your glasses down on top of your ears and nose, this way you will be getting the best vision through your progressive lenses. Remember to look straight ahead for far away, then just drop your eyes (not your chin) to look down for reading. Practice in front of TV with an easy book in your lap for your first evening or two.

Claire: A quick check revealed I have now tried 22 different progressive lens designs! These range from fully customised lenses through to the most widely prescribed progressive designs. While every person’s experience is unique, I can honestly say I don’t notice that I am wearing progressives. The field of vision is so good now that there is no apparent blur to the side at any distance.

Emmaleen: Progressives are easy. I have a favourite pair for driving. At work with the desktop computer I use a pair of ‘indoor’ progressives, which give me a bigger field of vision on the screen.