Q: I lost my glasses when I was visiting Arizona this winter, and I got some new ones there. But I do not see as well as with my other glasses. What could be the problem? The prescription is the same.

A: Sorry to hear that! I wouldn’t be able to really solve your specific problem, but your newer lenses could be somehow misaligned or shaped differently than what you’re used to. Or, your new lenses might be made from a less-transparent material, or perhaps there is a problem with the lens coating. This is assuming that your eyes haven’t somehow become worse while you were travelling. All of these issues can be addressed at your next eye exam.

Dr. Alex Kennedy, www.mosaicvisioncare.com