Before my cataract surgery last fall, I wore contact lenses for many many years. Most recently I had dual vision contacts, meaning one contact lens was for reading and the other lens was for distance. Because of this, I was able to do the same thing with my cataract lenses -- the lens in my right eye is weaker strength so I can see up close pretty clearly. The lens in my left eye is for distance. It works so great for me that I don't even need cheaters for reading, which I needed prior to my cataract surgery. I am getting glasses for driving to bring my right eye up to 20/20 for distance. Anyway, I know that's probably not an option for you, but I wanted to share my experience as I am so pleased with the results.