Dr. Stuart Frankel, MD

• Do contact lenses have the same prescription just like ordinary eye glasses?

  In most cases, they are not the same.The power of contact lenses are usually less than that of eyeglasses because the contact lenses are placed directly on the eyeball.

• How much do the contact lenses cost and how to put them in and out?

  it depends on what the brand is and how much your insurance covers it.I got my contacts about $15 per box .The doctor would tell you how to get them in and out ,also how to take care of them.

• What's the best way to put in contact lenses easily?

  Place one lens on your right index finger with all edges up.Use left hand to lift your upper eyelid open and right middle finger to hold the lower eyelid. Gently place the lens on your left eyeball while looking into the mirror.Then move your eyeball with eyes open to place the lens in the right position.Finally close your eyes slowly.Do the other lens as the same way.

• Is it good for adults to wear contact lenses?

  Almost everyone can wear contacts.But children and older people should consider some special conditions if they wear contacts.So for adults,it is good to wear contacts if you take good care of them. It is more convenient to wear contacts.

• Where can I get fake contact lenses to color my eyes?

  You can go any optical store which sells contacts. They have the fake contact lenses in different colors.You can select one that will make your eyes more beautiful.

• Will the doctor let me get contact lenses if I'm forgetful?

  if you don't forget to wash your eyes before wearing them ,don't forget to clean the lenses ,the doctor would not give you a hard time.Also you can ask your mother to remind you.

• Can people wear contact lenses about 13 year old?

  Of course you can. As long as you would do as the doctor told you, then you can wear them freely.

• How many hours of wearing are soft contact lenses good for?

  The material of the lens is different, so the amount of time you wear your contacts varies. Single-use disposable soft contacts are made of soft, flexible plastic which you can wear them all day and discard them before you go to bed.Daily wear soft contacts can be worn throughout the day and take them out when you go to bed, but you don't have to discard them and you can reuse them for several weeks.

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