Do you need a separate prescription for daily contacts?

All contacts must be handled carefully, and all require a prescription. The main difference between contact lens types is how frequently they must be replaced. Each one has a limited lifespan and must be replaced on the schedule prescribed by the manufacturer.

Why do you need a separate prescription for contacts?

That seemingly minor difference requires a different prescription strength for each type of corrective eyewear. Your contact lens fits the size and shape of your eye, so it includes more information about lens curvature and width.

Are daily contacts the same as monthly?

Daily contact lenses are made to be used once and then thrown away. Monthlies are meant to be worn during the day then taken out at night and stored in contact solution while you sleep. Monthly contact lenses might feel a bit thicker in your eyes compared to dailies because they’re built to last longer.

Do daily contacts dry out faster?

The disadvantage of daily lenses for anyone with an active lifestyle is that the thinner contacts tend to dry out more quickly. Packs generally come with 30 lenses, and therefore a one-month supply will last you quite a while – with no need to buy expensive disinfectants or replenish your lenses frequently.

Can you use daily contacts more than once?

Daily wear contact lenses can be safely disinfected for reuse for 2 weeks to a month before discarding. Daily wear contact lenses are made to be worn during the day only, but can safely be reused for up to a month. These contacts are not meant to be slept in overnight.

Can daily disposable contact lenses be reused?

Don’t Reuse Your Contacts Daily disposable contacts are designed to be thrown away after every single use, and people who reuse them risk painful and risky outcomes. Dailies are thinner, more fragile, and don’t hold moisture as well as other contacts.

Are daily disposable contact lenses right for You?

By Liz Segre; reviewed by Joseph T. Barr, OD. Daily disposable contact lenses are single-use lenses that are removed and discarded at the end of each day, and a fresh pair of lenses is applied to the eyes the next morning. Daily contact lenses are gaining in popularity among practitioners and consumers for their health and convenience benefits.

Do I need a prescription to get contact lenses?

You will need your prescription at international websites, though, to ensure you get the right contact lenses. We advise visiting an eye doctor annually to ensure your prescription provides the necessary correction to get the best contact lenses for you.

Do I need to buy contact solution for my contacts?

There’s no need to buy contact solution or worry about lens maintenance. Dealing with daily disposables is a quick and simple process. Because a set of daily disposables is only worn for a day, there’s less build-up. This reduces any complications that often result from contacts worn for longer periods of time.

Can I buy daily disposables at the pharmacy?

Yes, you probably can. Your eye care practitioner can tell you for sure. ( Find an eye doctor here if you need one.) The key is whether daily disposables are made in your particular prescription.