Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ`s)

Eyes don’t usually let you know that something is wrong. Any change is usually very gradual, so you become accustomed to the change in your vision. Therefore, regular eye exams are important to pick up any change as soon as possible to make sure any problem can be treated before it affects vision. The Eye Examination detects many conditions earlier than waiting for symptoms to appear. The eye examination does not just check whether you need glasses, but it can show a number of underlying health problems, such as diabetes and glaucoma, and the general condition of your eyes.

1. Why is an Eye Examination so important?
   
   
2. How often should I have my eyes examined?
   
   
3. Why do I need an Eye Examination every 2 years if everything is always fine?
   
   
4. Why do I need regular Eye Examinations if I’m diabetic?
   
   
5. I’m diabetic but my vision hasn’t changed. Why do I need an Eye Examination every year?
   
   
6. Am I entitled to my contact lens prescription from my Optician?
   
   
7. I have astigmatism – can I still have contact lenses?
   
   
8. If my contact lens specification has expired, can I still purchase contact lenses?
   
   
9. Is it OK to lick my contact lenses before putting them in?
   
   
10. Is there a high risk of eye infection if I wear contact lenses?
    
    
11. My Contact Lens Optician has told me to only wear my contact lenses for 8 hours, but they still seem fine. Why do I have to take them out?
    
    
12. What is ‘contact lens aftercare’?
    
    
13. Why can’t I use my spectacle prescription to buy contact lenses?
    
    
14. What shall I do if my contact lenses are uncomfortable?
    
    
15. Why do I get a new storage case when I collect my solutions? – The one I’m using is still OK
    
    
16. Why do I still need glasses when I wear contact lenses?