Scuba Diving and Wearing Glasses

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Scuba Diving and Wearing Glasses

While water can magnify images by up to 33 percent due to refraction, however it doesn’t necessarily equate to clearer vision for, say, nearsighted divers, since refraction in the water causes the vision to be blurry, even for those who do not normally require vision correction.

Contact Lenses

Do not wear contact lenses while in the water in order to minimize the risk of eye infection, since it is very easy for water along with harmful bacteria to get absorbed by the contact lenses, which could lead to eyesight-threatening condition called Acanthamoeba keratitis.

Prescription Fitted Goggles

The use of goggles for improving vision underwater is one of the best solutions to this concern. These prescription, fitted masks work well because they stay in place and provide significant improvement to vision. They do cost a bit more, but the custom lenses and overall feel of these tend to be well worth it. Be sure to choose a pair of quality prescription goggles that fit well and that meets your specific needs precisely, including for bifocal or astigmatism correction. This option also lasts a lot longer allowing you to minimize the overall cost over the long term.

Do you need to wear vision correction under the water? To answer this question, take into consideration how bad your vision is. If it is significantly limited when you are not wearing your glasses or contact lenses above water, it will likely be impacted underwater as well. Don't feel as though you can't scuba dive, though; You can. With the help of prescription goggles designed just for your needs, you will be able to see all of the vibrant colors and images on the coral reefs as well as tell what your current oxygen gauge says. It may be easier than you think to find a solution.