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• Do I still need computer glasses if I have progressive glasses?

  It depends on how comfortable you are using your progressive glasses for computer work. When you wear progressive glasses, you may constantly move your head to find the right zone for the computer and these movements can give you a pain in the neck. If they don't hurt your neck, you don't need computer glasses. If they do, you need separate glasses for reading and computer work.

• Can I wear wearing contact lens and sunglass at the same time?

  It depends. If you wear prescription contacts, then you can wear non-prescription sunglasses over them. If you wear non-prescription contact lenses, then you can wear prescription sunglasses. Don't wear them together if they both have prescription powers.

• What is the difference between trifocal and progressive glasses?

  Trifocals are becoming rarer as more people choose to wear progressive lenses. Cuz there will be image leap if you change from one zone to another with trifocal glasses.

• Do glasses lens cost more if I have stronger prescription?

  The cost is related to the material of the lens that you choose. If you have strong prescription, you may choose high index lens which is more expensive than regualr lens. Because high index can make your lens thinner if you have very strong prescription.

• Is it safe to use lubricating eye drops whilst wearing contact lenses?

  There are some eye drops designed to use together with contacts. You can get them from the pharmacy or your doctor. But you should not use them frequently.

• How much do prescription basketball goggles usually cost?

  It usually costs $50- $100. Some cost more than $100. So different places have different prices. You should check with your optomotrist.

• Is it safe to use lubricating eye drops everyday?

  If they are preservative free, then you can use them everyday. If they aren't artificial tears, then only use them when you need them. Otherwise you may become immune when you really need them.

• Is there any spectacle frames without nose pads?

  Usually plastic frames are made without nose pads, but they tend to slip and ride down the nose a lot more than metal frames. If you have a roman nose, it is good for you to choose plastic frame.

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