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One Pair, All Day - Progressives

Clear vision at all distances - near, far and everything in between

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  1. Progressive Lenses

Why Progressive Lenses?

Progressive lenses give you clear vision at near, far, and in between — all in one pair. If you're juggling reading glasses and your everyday pair, progressives simplify the whole routine so you can get on with your day.

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What's the difference between
progressives
and bifocals?

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Progressive

Progressive lenses are a modern option that blends distance, intermediate, and near vision smoothly — so moving from road signs to your laptop to your phone feels more natural.

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Bifocal

Bifocals have a visible line (often a straight line or a “D” segment) that separates distance and reading zones, with less support for in-between tasks like dashboards and screens.

If you haven’t switched to progressives yet, start with a current prescription to ensure your vision is perfectly tailored to your everyday life.

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How do
progressives work?

Progressives are designed for people who switch distances constantly — far, mid-range, and up close — without swapping glasses. They look like standard prescription lenses (no visible segments), but they contain multiple viewing zones built into the lens design. That's what lets you see clearly at different distances throughout the day.

  • Looking through the top of the lens supports distance vision for activities like driving, walking, or watching sport.
  • The middle zone supports intermediate distances — computer screens, a car dashboard, cooking, or shopping.
  • The lower part supports close-up tasks like reading, using your phone, or checking small print.
  • Because the lens blends distances, there can be mild blur toward the outer edges. Most people adapt within days to a couple of weeks with consistent wear.
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Are progressives
the right choice
for me?

If you're doing the on/off glasses routine, you're the target audience. For many people, near vision changes start showing up in the 40s and 50s — you might notice menus, labels, and your phone are harder up close.

If you mainly read occasionally, single-vision readers may be enough. But if you bounce between distances through the day, progressives usually make more sense.

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Need a checklist?
It may be time to level up to progressives when:

A person reading a book with an overlay explaining near-vision struggles, showcasing why Dresden Vision New Zealand Progressives are a great solution.

Reading is getting
harder up close

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Screens are fine...
until you look across the room

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Distance is fine...
until you look down

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You're carrying two pairs
(or forgetting one)

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What do they cost and how can I buy them?

Progressives typically cost more than standard single-vision lenses because they're custom-built to blend multiple distances. Getting the measurements right helps the lens zones land where you naturally look in your frames.

Starting at $250 for a complete pair with anti-reflective coating included, progressives are generally more expensive than standard single-vision lenses. They're custom made to match your prescription and how your eyes sit in your frames, so you get clearer vision through the lens channel.

If you already have a progressive prescription, you can easily order online through our store. If you're a first-time wearer, ensure your prescription is current—progressives can be a real quality-of-life upgrade once they're set up properly.

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