Beyond Glasses: Diegan's Journey to Clear Vision with VRS

Diegan has been a part of the VRS program since 2016 and is a very special patient at Focal Pointe Eye Care, since he is Dr. Lyons’ son! It has been a few years since we last checked in with him. He has grown in many ways but one constant remains; he wears VRS lenses every night.

Curious about Diegan's experience with the VRS program over the years? We asked him how the lenses have impacted his life, both in terms of vision and daily activities. Here’s what he had to say:

Has the VRS process gotten easier over the years?

“I’ve been doing the VRS program for more than half of my life. It has gotten a lot easier over the years. I struggled putting them in the first year but after that it has been easy.”

What was the hardest part to overcome?

“Since I was so young to start, the hardest part to overcome was my dad putting them in my eyes, then learning how to put them in my eyes myself. I’ve really had no struggles with VRS at all.”

What activities has the VRS program allowed you to enjoy by being glasses free?

“I used to have to play any sport with annoying sports goggles that I did not like. Since starting VRS, I have never had to wear prescription glasses again. I have 20/10 vision the day after I wear them.”

How often do you wear glasses?

“I always wear sunglasses when I am outside or driving. I will wear my device glasses while editing my pictures or playing video games.”

Would you recommend VRS to someone new? 

 “I would 1000% recommend VRS to anyone who is considering them. I know I recommended them to my friends all the time and some have gotten them. I’ve never had a bad experience with VRS.”

What advice would you share with them?

“I would say keep going. Even if you don’t like putting them in or you don’t want to, it’s worth it. I wear mine every day because I see so good with them.”