Adjusting to new glasses astigmatism

Congratulations on getting new glasses! Adjusting to new glasses, especially if you have astigmatism, can take some time. Here are some tips to help you adjust:

  1. Give your eyes time to adjust: It can take up to 2-3 weeks for your eyes to fully adjust to the new prescription and lens design. Be patient and don't worry if you experience some discomfort or blurry vision initially.
  2. Wear your glasses consistently: To help your eyes adjust, wear your glasses as much as possible, especially during the first few days. This will help your brain and eyes get used to the new prescription.
  3. Start with short periods: If you're experiencing discomfort or eye strain, try wearing your glasses for shorter periods, such as 30 minutes to an hour, and then take a break. Gradually increase the wear time as your eyes adjust.
  4. Adjust your glasses: Make sure your glasses are properly adjusted to fit your face comfortably. If the frames are too tight or too loose, it can cause eye strain and discomfort.
  5. Use eye drops: If you experience dry, itchy, or irritated eyes, use artificial tears or eye drops to help lubricate and soothe your eyes.
  6. Practice good eye care: Follow good eye care habits, such as blinking regularly, looking away from screens every 20 minutes, and getting regular eye exams.
  7. Get used to the new prescription: If you have astigmatism, your new glasses may have a different prescription than your previous ones. It may take some time to get used to the new prescription, but your eyes will adjust eventually.
  8. Consider a follow-up exam: If you're experiencing persistent discomfort, blurry vision, or eye strain, consider scheduling a follow-up exam with your eye doctor to ensure your glasses are fitting properly and your prescription is accurate.

Additional tips for astigmatism:

  1. Get used to the new lens design: Astigmatism lenses are designed to correct the irregular shape of your cornea. It may take some time to get used to the new lens design, but your eyes will adjust eventually.
  2. Adjust to the new axis: The axis of your astigmatism lens is the direction in which the lens is tilted to correct your astigmatism. It may take some time to get used to the new axis, but your eyes will adjust eventually.
  3. Consider a toric lens: If you have astigmatism, you may be prescribed a toric lens, which is designed to correct the irregular shape of your cornea. Toric lenses can take some time to get used to, but they can provide excellent correction for astigmatism.

Remember, adjusting to new glasses, especially with astigmatism, can take some time. Be patient, and with consistent wear and good eye care, your eyes will adjust to the new prescription and lens design.