Dr. Christopher Heichel, MD

• Is it possible to get Reading Glass Rx from Bifocal Rx?

  Of course you can.Just show your prescription to the doctor and tell him you need reading glasses. He will know what strength you need.There is a formula to calculate the reading RX based on your prescription.

• Will it damage my vision if I wear NON-prescription sunglasses with contact lenses ?

  There is no problem for you to wear like this.But for me,I would choose prescription sunglasses which is more convenient to wear.

• Are bifocal contact lenses easy to use?

  If it is your first time wearing contacts,you may have difficulty putting them in and getting out. They are not as easy as glasses to use.But when you are buying them,your doctor would tell you how to use them.Once you get used to them,it is much easier.

• Can I use bifocal glass for frequent computer work?

  No,bifocal glasses are only designed for near and far distance,not for the computer use.So you'd better not use them.You can buy a pair of computer glasses specially for computer use.

• How to do the eye makeup when wearing eyeglasses?

  I have not run into such problems,but I think you can ask your friends or sister or someone else to help you finish the eye makeup if available.

• How to remove the designer label on my non prescription glasses lenses?

  If it is non prescription,you can use nail polish remover.Just have a try.

• What glasses lens should I get if I want to wear them all the time?

  I think you may need progressive glasses as you want to wear them all the time for reading or watching TV.They have multifocus and enable you to see far,middle and near.

• Do you know any sites selling clear glasses?

  You can wear frames without lenses in it only.I have seen many people wear them for fashion.And the frames come in various styles.

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