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How long to adj to a new eyeglass rx? not a big change, i do have astigmatism. the depth percpt is better after 3 days, but sight not quite as clear

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Dr. Thomas Wolf answered

10-14 days: Usually adaptation will occur in a few weeks if small change. The bigger the change the longer it takes to adapt.

Answered 11/7/2013

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A member asked:

How long to adj to a new eyeglass rx? not a big change, i do have astigmatism. the depth percpt is better after 3 days, but sight not quite as clear

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