Microscope vs. Prismatic: Which One Is Right for You?
Both microscopes and prismatic glasses in Durham, NC can help you see better, but they’re used for different reasons. Here, we’ll look at how these lenses work and whether one is more suited for you — or whether you could benefit from both depending on the circumstances.
Prisms or Microscopes?
A prism is used to bend the light, while a microscope is used to magnify an object. However, there is some confusion about how each one is used for people with serious eye disorders. (Understandably, it’s not easy to keep track of low-vision aids if you’re not in the medical community.)
Here, we’ll look at what to know about the two lenses:
- Microscopic lenses usually refer to telescopic lenses. Instead of holding a magnifying glass in front of you, eye technicians can mount the magnification lenses onto the lenses. This is perfect if you have difficulty seeing at close range, but can see objects from farther away.
- Prismatic glasses can be used to align your eyes, so if you have problems controlling your eye muscles, such as from a recent stroke, or you have double vision, you can use prismatic glasses to keep your eyes on track.
How to Choose
The best way to choose is to see a low-vision eye doctor in Durham, NC. Because neither option is a fail-safe, it helps to talk to a specialist who can give you a better idea of how these lenses will work with your eyes (and how your brain will interpret the images). At The Low Vision Centers of North Carolina, we’re here to provide professional assessments that can help you find the visual aid(s) you need.
