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In the world of vision correction, single vision lenses are the basis for most prescription lenses..

If you can read a book clearly, but things far away are out of focus, then you are near sighted and ‘distance’ lenses can help with this.
Likewise, if you can see things the other side of the road clearly, but you cant read a book, you are far sighted and ‘near vision’ lenses can help.

Single vision lenses are the most common type of prescription lenses used. Because they only correct a single type of vision, i.e reading or distance, they have a single uniform prescription across the entire area of the lens.

Some people need only distance or reading glasses and have only have the one pair. Some people require both reading and distance glasses which can mean they need to carry two pairs of glasses and swap back and forth depending on what they are doing.

This differs from multifocal lenses, which combine near and far vision in a single lens.
 
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Single vision lenses can be much cheaper than multi focal glasses which makes them more affordable. Some people don’t like multifocals and instead prefer the simplicity of simple lens. Book an appointment with us to find out which type of glasses best suit your needs

Single vision lenses are suitable for anyone of any age. Whether you need glasses for reading, driving, or everyday activities, they can often provide the simplest solution.
 
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