Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ`s)

Even if you are not aware of any problems you should have your eyes examined every 2 years. The eye examination is a regular health check, which can detect underlying health problems as well as changes in your vision. It may need to be more frequent depending on you age and medical history. Your Optometrist will normally advise you when you should return for your next Eye Examination and usually they will send a reminder letter to you.

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?