New contact lens wearers often have preconceived notions, so we've compiled a collection of the most frequently asked questions...

"Can I buy contact lenses without a prescription"

TRUE AND FALSE

This is false: If you want to wear Contact Lenses for the first time or are under 16 years old, you must consult your ophthalmologist, who will prescribe Contact Lenses based on your optical needs and wearing conditions. They will then issue a prescription valid for one year. It will therefore be useful for your first contact lens purchase.

That's right: If you don't need Prescription Contact Lenses and are wearing Contact Lenses for cosmetic purposes only, you don't need a prescription to order your Contact Lenses. Wearing contact lenses still requires regular monitoring by your ophthalmologist.

"Contact lenses are comfortable!"

TRUE

Laboratories offer multiple materials and parameters to meet a wide range of needs, providing you with increasingly comfortable contact lenses. During the fitting tests, your ophthalmologist will determine the best combination for your needs for clear vision and comfortable lenses.

"Contact lenses are expensive!"

FALSE

There are Contact Lenses for every budget.

During your consultation, your ophthalmologist will determine the type of Contact Lenses best suited to your vision (spherical, toric, progressive, etc.) and the replacement frequency (daily, monthly, or yearly). The annual budget for your Contact Lenses can vary between €100 and €800 depending on the brand of Contact Lenses and the duration you choose.

"It's easy to wear Contact Lenses"

TRUE

Once you've learned the right steps, putting in Contact Lenses becomes intuitive. This simple gesture fits perfectly into your morning routine!

Handling, maintenance, and good habits to adopt... optical professionals will advise you if you have the slightest doubt.

"People with astigmatism and presbyopia can wear contact lenses"

TRUE

All visual defects can be corrected with Contact Lenses and simultaneously if necessary: myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, presbyopia... There are also different techniques and different Contact Lenses to meet a need for multiple compensation.

"Contact lenses can slip behind the eye."

FALSE

It is impossible for a contact lens to slip behind the eye. If it were to slip under the eyelid, it would be stuck in a cul-de-sac located in the upper part of the eye behind the eyelid. By looking downward, it is possible to reduce this cul-de-sac and by massaging the eyelid, gently slide the contact lens outward. Avoid rubbing your eyes while wearing contact lenses and you'll be fine.

"You can't wear contact lenses your whole life."

FALSE

Contact lenses can be worn your whole life (not the same ones, of course).

It's all about compatibility, medical monitoring, and hygiene... Our vision and needs evolve according to our environment and lifestyle... So, your contact lenses will evolve over the course of your life.