Contact Lens Frequently Asked Questions
We have put together a list of the most common questions received by doctors and staff.

Is a contact lens prescription different than a glasses prescription?
Yes. When you order contact lenses, you must have a current contact lens prescription which specifies the power of the lenses, the size of the lens, the type and brand of lens.

Is it safe to wear contact lenses?

Yes, wearing contacts is safe provided they are professionally fitted and you are adequately educated on their use, and you follow the instructions seriously. Just like using any electrical appliances or driving a car, serious consequence, such as corneal infection, can occur if they are used improperly

Can I continue using eye make-up after wearing contact lens?
Of course you can. You should wear your lenses before applying make-up, and take out the lenses before removing your make-up. 

What's the difference between rigid gas permeable (RGP) lenses and soft lenses?
RGPs are smaller and made out of a harder, less pliable material than soft lenses which makes them less comfortable initially. RGPs correct astigmatism whereas soft spherical lenses do not.

How do I know when to change new lenses?
In order to maintain optimal eye health and comfort, it is important to adhere to the wearing schedule prescribed by your doctor. The life span of a soft contact lens is limited. 

Will wearing Contact lens prevent Myopia from getting worse?
A. It has been known long ago that wearing contact lens can arrest some cases of myopia from deterioration and they also result in reduction of astigmatism. 

?Will Contact lens melt when l'm cooking or near a barbecue fire?
No. Your eyes may feel slight dryness and uncomfortable. 

I'm approaching middle age and starting having reading difficulties, can I continue wearing Contact lens?
Yes. There are various method of contact lens corrections for presbyopic eyes, such as supplementary spectacle, monovision correction or bifocal Contact lens. 

What is MONOVISION correction?
This technique correct one eye for distance vision and the fellow eye for near, so the wearer will be able to see both far and near without having to wear supplementary spectacle. 

What should I do in order to prevent potential eye problems on wearing Contact lens?
You should follow your practitioner's advices on lens handling, wearing schedure and their maintenance. 

Attend every after-care check-up as recommended by your practitioner. Regular follow-up visits to check your eye health is essential to problem free long term contact lens wear. 

Can I swim with my contact lenses in?
It is best if you don't because there are bacteria in the water that can adhere to your lenses and cause infections. If you do swim in your lenses, you should wear goggles over them and you should disinfect them immediately afterwards.

Why is it necessary for contact lens wearers to have regular eye exams even if their prescription hasn't changed?
Regular eye exams are important not only to check your prescription but also to evaluate the health of your eyes. This is especially important for contact lens wearers because the contacts could be causing damage to your eyes without necessarily causing any obvious symptoms.

I wear contact lenses and in order for me to read, I have to wear reading glasses over them. Are there any other alternatives whereby I don't have to wear glasses at all?
Yes, the most common option is called monovision where one eye is corrected for viewing distant objects and the other eye is corrected for reading and close work. Monovision is a good solution for some people, but not everybody can successfully adapt to the arrangement. Another alternative is bifocal contact lenses which are available in both rigid gas permeable or soft lens designs.

Do colored contact lenses work on dark eyes?
Yes, they are called opaque contacts lens.

How long have the contact lens been sold?
Our contact lens has been selling since 1991. In that time we have served over millions of customers located in China, Japan and Korea.

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