Most people who wear glasses are familiar with the excitement and confidence boost that accompanies wearing new specs for the first time. But sometimes there is an adjustment period before your vision is fully comfortable. Things may look blurry, or you may notice feeling dizzy after prolonged wear.

When Will My Eyes Adjust to My New Glasses?

It can take a few days to a few weeks for your eyes and brain to fully adjust to your new eyewear, whether you are increasing your prescription or wearing eyeglasses for the first time.

Even if you are getting new glasses with the same prescription, different frames or lenses can alter your vision until you get used to the new frame style or lens type. Progressive lenses tend to be the most difficult to adjust to.

What Are Some Possible Visual Symptoms I Could Experience?

Some common experiences shared by those adjusting to new eyewear include:

• Eye strain, headache
• Blurry vision
• Trouble with depth perception, nausea and dizziness
• "Barrel distortion" — objects appear distorted, for high plus lenses
• "Fishbowl effect" — the feeling that your visual field is being bent along the edges

Why Do My New Glasses Give Me a Headache?

Fatigued eye muscles can cause headaches. Your brain is also working hard to create a clear picture of the messages it's receiving from your eyes. This extra brain activity can sometimes bring on a headache, which should only last about a day or so.

When Should I Call My Eye Doctor?

When the adjustment period extends beyond a few weeks, there is a possibility that there was an error in the manufacturing of the lenses. Discomfort that lasts longer than a couple of weeks means it's time to call your optometrist.

If you need new glasses or are having a hard time adjusting to a new pair, don't hesitate to contact Optique Family Vision Care to schedule an appointment with the Springfield eye doctor.