Comparison of the acceptance of progressive addition multifocals with blended bifocals.

An evaluation of the relative influence of the optical features of two forms of invisible addition lenses, one of progressive power form and one in blended bifocal form, is made upon a number of subjects. One group consisted of previous progressive lens wearers and served not only the above purpose but also as an analysis of patient preference after the initial novelty had worn off. The second group consisted of subjects unacquainted with either type presented in a double-masked procedure. Progressive forms of invisible lenses were overwhelmingly preferred over blended forms in both groups. The first group also showed a preponderant inclination for retention of progressive lenses after some span of wear even among subjects previously accustomed to the usual visible bifocal forms.