How to Replace Hard Contact Lenses

For those who wear contacts, the decision between hard and soft lenses can be difficult to make. While hard lenses require more care and are more expensive than soft lenses, they also provide a better quality of vision and are far more durable and long lasting than their soft counterparts. However, hard lenses must eventually be replaced. Replacing your hard lenses is an easy process, and knowing where to purchase them can help save money.

Instructions

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  Determine whether it is time to have your lenses replaced. In general, hard lenses should be replaced once every two years. It may be necessary to replace your lenses sooner, however. Look for changes in your quality of vision, damage to the lenses or discomfort when wearing them; if any of these issues become apparent, it may be time to replace your lenses.

• 2

  Contact your eye doctor and set up an appointment for an eye exam. If you have recently had an exam, you may be able to order new lenses without going in to the office. If you haven't had an exam since the last time you ordered lenses, you will most likely have to go in to have your prescription re-evaluated.

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  Speak to the eye doctor about whether you need to replace your lenses. If he or she agrees that it is time for new contacts, obtain your prescription and begin pricing lenses. Hard lenses are far more expensive than soft lenses, and prices can vary dramatically from one retailer to another. Search online to find the best deals, or ask your eye doctor if they will offer you a discount if you purchase your lenses through the eye care facility.