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Can you wear 2 different prescription glasses?

Multifocal lenses, such as bifocals and progressive lenses, contain two or more vision-correcting prescriptions. Bifocal – Bifocals contain two prescriptions within the same lens. The eyeglass lens is split into two sections; the upper part is for distance vision and the lower part for near vision.

Can you put prescription sunglasses in any frame?

As a general rule of thumb, you can put your prescription lenses into any frame. However, sometimes your prescription or type of replacement lens isn’t compatible with your frame. Opticians often inform you after an eye exam if there will be any restrictions regarding the types of frames you can use.

Do you use the same prescription for sunglasses?

The answer is yes. There are prescription sunglasses options for virtually every prescription, even for progressive lenses if you are presbyopic and need multifocal lenses. If you want sunglasses, we should be able to find you a pair that will also work with your glasses prescription.

Is it OK to switch between glasses with different prescriptions?

Is it okay to go back and forth between the two? Answer: If you have two pairs of glasses — one which is older and one which is newer, and you go back and forth, it may be because they’re really meant for two different tasks. And if one works for one task and the other for the other task, you’re not harming your eyes.

What happens if you wear different prescription glasses?

Wearing the wrong prescription can damage your eyes. “Who hasn’t tried on someone else’s glasses and felt dizzy and disoriented? The wrong prescription may feel weird and it can even give you a headache if you wear them very long, but it won’t damage your eyes.

Do prescription Ray Ban sunglasses have the logo on lenses?

The Ray-Ban logo is included on all prescription eyewear.

Can I use my old frames for a new prescription?

To put it simply, the optical frame is designed to carry your prescription lenses. It is manufactured to withstand normal daily wear and tear of your glasses. A sturdy optical frame should last the life of the lenses, and beyond. Hence it is often quite reasonable to reuse your frames for your new prescription lenses.

Can you put lenses in the frames I bought at another store?

You can put old lenses in new frames in most cases, as long as the new frames are the same ones you used to have. An eye care professional will just need to make sure your prescription doesn’t restrict the type of eyewear you use so that you don’t have issues down the line.

Can I get prescription lenses for my Ray Ban sunglasses?

Yes, whether they are vintage, brand new, or anything in between you can add prescription lenses to your Ray-Ban sunglasses. You can order brand new Ray-Bans with a prescription online or in an eyewear shop. This is your most expensive option.

What happens if I wear wrong prescription glasses?

Wearing the wrong prescription eyeglasses can damage the eyes. It can take a few days or weeks to adjust to new glasses. If you still cannot see well with your glasses after a few weeks, your prescription may be too weak or too strong. This happens sometimes, and it can cause headaches, eye strain, and fatigue.