Beach Bom Sunwear (Fort Collins, CO)

• Does Tricare pay for the contact eye exam?

  Tricare will only cover routine eye exam in a year, the contact eye exam is not included. You can go to the TRICARE website to find more information about it.

• Why do I always have Bloodshot eyes?

  Yes, there is eye drop especially for red eyes. You can go to the drug store and ask the service staff. If the eye drops still don't work, you may need to see the eye doctor.

• Is it necessity to get a contact eye exam every year?

  It is better to have a contact eye exam every year to make sure the contacts are still the right prescription and there is not other eye problem like corneal ulcer.

• What can I do to get rid of dark circles?

  I have the same problem with you. Now matter how good sleep I have, the dark circles are still there and I hate to makeup to cover them. Some chronic disease can also cause dark circles. So you need to see the doctor and find out the true reason that causes dark circles.

• how long does it take to get contact lenses?

  It would depend on if they have the contacts of your prescription in stock. If your eyes fit some average,it is possible that you will get them the same day. If it is the first time your wear contacts, the optomitrist will give you a pair of "tester" contacts and decide which type suits you best.

• Do I need to pay for the lens fitting in eye exam?

  It should depend on the doctor's office policy and normally you will be charged for the service you get. Before the exam, you should tell him that you don't need the lens fitting. If they insist on giving you the service you don't want then change for another doctor.

• How to get rid of bloodshot eyes ?

  Obviously the bloodshot eyes are caused by shortage of sleep. You just need take a nap and wash your eyes with cold water to make them fresh. Also there are eye drops for red eyes.

• Is it normal for the contact solution to have a big smell?

  If the smell is similar to the eye drops, it is quite normal. Some brand contact solution can have smells but others may not. But if you feel uncomfortable when using it, you should change for new solution.

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