No. Contact lenses sit directly on the eyes, while glasses sit slightly away from the eyes, which may result in different prescriptions. Additionally, prescribing contact lenses also requires information about the base curve and diameter of the eyes. Therefore, when ordering contact lenses, you need a prescription specifically for contact lenses from an optometrist.

Yes, we strongly suggest having your eyes checked periodically as directed by your eye care professional. Periodic inspection is necessary to check whether the contact lens and prescription are still correct or if there are any abnormalities in the eyes. In order to prevent these problems, it’s necessary to undergo regular inspections. If you have […]

Yes, contact lenses are medical devices and your eyes must be examined by a certified lens care professional before purchasing our merchandise. Additionally, you need to follow the manufacturer’s instructions and any guidance/instructions given to you by your eye care professional.

Normally, there are no differences between the left and right lenses. But if you are prescribed Mutifocal lensese,your eye care professional may prescribe [D](dominant eye) or [N](non-dominant eye). Please make sure to order the correct prescriptions.

Although you don’t require eyesight correction, you must consult your eye care provider for fitting and if ・you are trying contact lens for the first time. ・you have any allergies. ・you do not understand how to handle contact lenses. * We are not responsible for any kind of difficulties which are caused by using contact […]

We strongly suggest having your eyes checked as directed by your eye care professional and only with his/her agreement should you use lenses with different [DIA], [BC] or [PWR].

Because of global standards, all manufacturers must use the same notation for [PWR] and [BC]. However, lens size, thickness, design and processing methods are different depending on the brand and the manufacturer. (If your contact lenses have been prescribed for astigmatism, your view will be different depending upon the manufacturer.) We strongly suggest having your […]

The [ADD] number is required when ordering multifocal/bifocal contact lenses for presbyopia. The figure determines the amount of correction you need to be able to see clearly at a close distance. The Addition figure is a positive number between +0.50 and +3.00, which some contact lens brands refer to as a high, medium or low. […]

Both [CY] and [AX] numbers are needed when you order toric contact lenses for astigmatism. The terms [CY] and [CYL](Cylinder) represent astigmatism power. Astigmatism power is represented with a minus sign (-), such as -0.75, -1,25, -1,75 and 2,25, and the higher the numerical value, the stronger the corrective power required. The terms [AX] and […]

The term [DIA] (Diameter) represents the diameter of the contact lens such as 14.0. Most of the time, [DIA] comes in only one size, but some lens types may have more than one available.