Do You Need A Prescription | To Buy Contacts

The specific manufacturer or lens type prescribed.

The strength needed to correct your vision. Base Curve (BC): The back curvature of the lens. Diameter (DIA): The width of the lens. do you need a prescription to buy contacts

Convenient for immediate pickup, though sometimes more expensive. The specific manufacturer or lens type prescribed

Visit an optometrist or ophthalmologist. Diameter (DIA): The width of the lens

Usually valid for one to two years (varies by state). Buying Online vs. In-Office

💡 Your glasses prescription is not the same as your contact lens prescription. Because contacts sit directly on the eye while glasses sit about 12mm away, the "power" and measurements are different. If you'd like, I can help you: Find highly-rated eye doctors in your area. Compare the average cost of popular contact lens brands.

Not every eye reacts well to every lens material (hydrogel vs. silicone hydrogel).