| Frequently Asked Questions |
1. How do I read my soft contact lens prescription?
The prescription for contact lenses is different from your eyeglasses
prescriptionbecause it includes the base curve and diameter sizes required to fit your
contact lenses.
The prescription for contact lenses is different from your eyeglasses
prescriptionbecause it includes the base curve and diameter sizes required to fit your
contact lenses.
2. Can 2-week disposable contact lenses be worn part time?
The 2-week refers to the actual amount of wearing time so they can last longer than 2
weeks if you are not wearing them full time. However, used lenses should be disposed
of if older than 4 weeks to prevent possible contaminations and infections.
The 2-week refers to the actual amount of wearing time so they can last longer than 2
weeks if you are not wearing them full time. However, used lenses should be disposed
of if older than 4 weeks to prevent possible contaminations and infections.
3. If 2-week disposable contact lenses are still comfortable and in good condition beyond
the initial 2 weeks, can they be worn?
It is important to adhere to the wearing schedule prescribed by your lens
manufacturer. The main advantage of wearing disposable lenses is that you are
putting a fresh new pair of lenses in your eyes every 2 weeks. The cleaning
requirements of the 2 week disposable lens is only adequate for a maximum 14 days
usage within a four week wearing period.
the initial 2 weeks, can they be worn?
It is important to adhere to the wearing schedule prescribed by your lens
manufacturer. The main advantage of wearing disposable lenses is that you are
putting a fresh new pair of lenses in your eyes every 2 weeks. The cleaning
requirements of the 2 week disposable lens is only adequate for a maximum 14 days
usage within a four week wearing period.
4. Is a Doctor or Eye Care Practitioner required by law to release my contact lens
prescription?
The law varies from state to state. In most states the doctors are required to release
your prescription once your fitting has been completed. In some states the doctor is not
required to release an expired prescription. If you have difficulty obtaining you
prescription from your doctor, please e-mail us at contactsight@yahoo.com for help.
prescription?
The law varies from state to state. In most states the doctors are required to release
your prescription once your fitting has been completed. In some states the doctor is not
required to release an expired prescription. If you have difficulty obtaining you
prescription from your doctor, please e-mail us at contactsight@yahoo.com for help.
5. How often should contact lenses be changed?
The recommended life of soft contact lenses varies depending on the type of lens
prescribed by your doctor. They include 1 day, 2 weeks, 1 month and longer up to a
year. You should always follow the prescribed wear and care instructions given to you
by your doctor and/or manufacturer. Always adhere to the recommendations of your
doctor.
The recommended life of soft contact lenses varies depending on the type of lens
prescribed by your doctor. They include 1 day, 2 weeks, 1 month and longer up to a
year. You should always follow the prescribed wear and care instructions given to you
by your doctor and/or manufacturer. Always adhere to the recommendations of your
doctor.
6. Can I wear my contacts when I play sports?
Yes. If your sport involves vigorous exercise, the soft contact lens is the best choice.
If contact lenses are to be worn for sports only, then daily disposables are probably
the healthiest, easiest and the least expensive method. Consult your doctor for further
information.
Yes. If your sport involves vigorous exercise, the soft contact lens is the best choice.
If contact lenses are to be worn for sports only, then daily disposables are probably
the healthiest, easiest and the least expensive method. Consult your doctor for further
information.
7. Which type of lens care system is best?
Multi-purpose solutions have become popular. These solutions are the easiest and
quickest ways to clean and store soft lenses. Remember if you are sensitive to
chemicals, consult your doctor for the system they recommend for your personal use.
Multi-purpose solutions have become popular. These solutions are the easiest and
quickest ways to clean and store soft lenses. Remember if you are sensitive to
chemicals, consult your doctor for the system they recommend for your personal use.
8. Do contacts block ultraviolet light?
Some manufacturers have added UV blocking properties to lenses. Currently there are
no disposable lenses that block all harmful UV light. It is recommended for outside
activities that you wear UV absorbing sunglasses with any contact lenses to best
protect your eyes.
Some manufacturers have added UV blocking properties to lenses. Currently there are
no disposable lenses that block all harmful UV light. It is recommended for outside
activities that you wear UV absorbing sunglasses with any contact lenses to best
protect your eyes.
9. How do I know if my contact lenses are old or worn out?
Typical signs that a lens is approaching the end of its life are hazy vision, discomfort,
and lens discoloration and deposits. Planned replacement lenses are often
prescribed to prevent these problems.
Typical signs that a lens is approaching the end of its life are hazy vision, discomfort,
and lens discoloration and deposits. Planned replacement lenses are often
prescribed to prevent these problems.
10. Can my contact lenses be worn on a continual day and night basis
Some new disposable lens designs are made for continual wear, but most
disposable contact lenses are not meant for continual wear. The new continualwear
lenses or any other lenses should only be worn in accordance with your
prescribing doctor's instructions.
Some new disposable lens designs are made for continual wear, but most
disposable contact lenses are not meant for continual wear. The new continualwear
lenses or any other lenses should only be worn in accordance with your
prescribing doctor's instructions.
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