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What are good alternatives to monovision contacts other than distance only w/readers. i use a computer at work with detailed work.

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Dr. Tal Raviv answered

Multifocal contacts: There are many brands of multifocal contact lenses - some are optimized for computer distance. It would be worth a trial with a few brands.

Answered 7/12/2018

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A member asked:

What are good alternatives to monovision contacts other than distance only w/readers. i use a computer at work with detailed work.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tal Raviv answered

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