What Prescription Do You Need for Bifocal Lenses?

Ordering bifocal lenses requires an accurate prescription because bifocals combine distance and near correction. The prescription may contain sphere, cylinder and axis values for distance vision, along with an additional power for near vision. The exact format varies by provider and prescription.

Why the Addition Matters

The near addition is important because it determines the extra optical power used in the reading area. It should come from your eye examination rather than an estimate based on age or previous glasses.

Some online ordering systems ask customers to enter each eye separately. Take care when entering right-eye and left-eye values, and check the prescription before submitting an order.

Before You Buy

Make sure your prescription is current and that it is intended for the type of bifocal lens you are ordering. If you are unsure about any value, ask the prescribing professional or the eyewear provider rather than guessing.

Once your prescription is ready, you can review Wearluxurys bifocal standard lenses. Accurate prescription information is essential for comfortable prescription eyewear.