Farsightedness can be corrected with glasses or contact lenses to change the way light rays bend into the eyes. If your glasses or contact lens prescription begins with plus numbers, like +2.50, you are farsighted.

Should I wear glasses all the time for hyperopia?

If your hyperopia is very mild, you may not need glasses. Or, your optometrist might recommend wearing them for specific tasks such as reading or computer work. If your prescription is moderate or high, your optometrist may advise you to wear glasses full-time.

What glasses are used for hyperopia?

Convex lenses.

These lenses are thickest in the center, like a magnifying glass. They are used to correct farsightedness (hyperopia).