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Can Contact Lenses Cause Dry Eye?
Contact Lenses for Myopia: How Do They Work?
When you or your child is struggling with myopia, finding a solution for clear vision is a top priority. Specialty contact lenses for myopia work not by only correcting blurry vision, but also by changing how light focuses on the outer parts of the eye. This helps slow the progression of myopia in children. This […]
Are Contact Lens Prescriptions the Same as Glasses?
For anyone who switches between glasses and contact lenses, it can be confusing to understand why 2 prescriptions are needed. Are they interchangeable? Can you use your glasses prescription to order new contacts? The short answer is no, contact lens prescriptions and glasses prescriptions are not the same. Why does this matter? Contact lenses have […]
Can I Try My Mom’s Contact Lenses For Practice?
Sharing contact lenses might sound like an easy way to give them a try, especially if someone close to you, like your mom, already wears them. But no, you should never use someone else’s contact lenses, even just for practice. Each person’s prescription is unique to them, so someone else’s contact lenses will not get […]
How to Tell if a Contact Lens is Still in Your Eye
Contact lenses are convenient—but that doesn’t mean things always go smoothly. Even with proper care, mistakes happen. Sometimes, a lens just gets lost. It could fall on the ground, slip out of your grip, or even get lost in your eye. So how can you tell if a contact lens is still in your eye—and […]
What Are Ortho-K Lenses?
If you or your child have been diagnosed with myopia, you’re likely on the lookout for effective treatments to manage this common vision condition. One increasingly popular option is orthokeratology, often referred to as Ortho-K lenses. But what exactly are Ortho-K lenses, and how can they benefit you or your child? Ortho-K lenses, or orthokeratology […]
How to Insert Scleral Lenses
When it comes to correcting your vision, scleral lenses are a remarkable option that many people may not be familiar with. These specialized contact lenses are larger in diameter than traditional lenses, resting on the sclera (the white part of your eye) and creating a smooth optical surface over the cornea. Whether you’ve recently made […]
Do Contact Lenses Expire?
Contact lenses are an essential tool for many people who need vision correction, offering a flexible and often more convenient alternative to glasses. Many individuals prefer contact lenses over glasses for various reasons, such as aesthetics, the freedom to engage in physical activities, or simply the unobstructed field of vision they provide. However, like most […]
What Are Scleral Lenses?
Scleral lenses feature a unique shape that rests on your sclera—the white part of your eye— and vaults over your cornea without touching it. […]
