Lens replacement versus reading glasses: The cost comparison

76% of Australians consider their eyesight to be their most important sense. For that reason, it is crucial to invest in your eyes.

Lens replacement surgery may seem like an expensive procedure compared to the cost of glasses. Still, you will find that lens replacement isn’t that expensive over the long term.

Australians spend $422 on glasses

The average Australian spends around $243 on prescription glasses and another $179 for sunglasses. You should change your eyewear every 2 years due to changes in your prescriptions, especially if you are over 40 years old (due to presbyopia – ageing eyes). Over a lifetime, you can expect to pay $12,660 on glasses, not counting cleaning and maintenance products.

Invest in yourself

At the time of this post, lens replacement at VSON is $5682.80 per eye (prices are subject to change). This is slightly less expensive than the lifetime cost of glasses; however, the time you will save and the freedom you will gain are priceless.

You will no longer need to search for your glasses daily or attend countless eye exams. The freedom that comes with living your life without worrying about which pair of glasses you wear is something you won’t be able to deny.

Lens replacement surgery may seem like a significant investment at first, but when you consider how expensive glasses are over the course of your life, it becomes clear why so many people choose this option.

We’ll put it to you this way, whether you have lens replacement or not, you’ll likely end up paying the same. Why not also have the benefits of not needing to wear glasses?

Click here to find out how much time and money you would save with a lens replacement procedure.

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