Category: Contact Lenses

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Contact Lenses • May 26, 2026

Can You Wear Contact Lenses If You Have Dry Eyes?

Navigating dry, irritated eyes can make wearing your contact lenses feel like a chore. You might wonder if you need to give up on contacts entirely to keep your eyes comfortable. Yes, you can wear contact lenses with dry eyes, but the lens type, fit, and care routine all significantly affect your comfort. Some contact lenses can…

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Contact Lenses • January 14, 2026

Can You Swim With Contact Lenses?

Contact lenses give plenty of freedom during daily activities, but when summer arrives, and you're ready to dive into the pool or lake, you might wonder if it is safe to keep them in. The appeal of clear underwater vision without the hassle of prescription goggles seems obvious. You should avoid swimming with contact lenses because…

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Contact Lenses, Frames & Lenses • August 19, 2024

Are Contacts and Glasses Prescriptions the Same?

If you’ve recently been prescribed glasses and are thinking about switching to contacts, you might wonder, "Can I use my glasses prescription to order contacts?" This question is more common than you think. Glasses sit approximately 12 millimeters from your eyes, and contacts rest directly on your cornea. The difference between where the lenses are…

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