A great question that, as an optometrist, I get all the time. OD (Oculus Dexter in latin) refers to the right eye, and OS (Oculus Sinister in latin) refers to the left eye. The “sphere” refers to whether you’re “nearsighted” (myopic), or “farsighted” (hyperopic). The cylinder and axis go together to describe the amount and location …

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The short answer: yes! Most of the time, the actual numbers in your glasses prescription need to be converted to account for the reduced distance between your eye and the corrective lens in contacts. In addition to this, not all contact lenses fit the eye the same, so your contact lens prescription will always include …

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Can Contact Lenses Protect Your Eyes from UV Rays? Skin cancer isn’t the only harmful consequence of sun exposure. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light also increases your risk of several eye diseases and conditions. Choosing contact lenses that offer built-in UV protection can reduce your chances of developing some sun-related eye conditions. How Does UV …

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How Your Environment Affects Your Eyewear Choice Imagine wearing a rain coat every day of the year, no matter what the weather conditions are. Although you’d be appropriately dressed for rainy days, your coat wouldn’t do much to protect you from the bitter cold during the winter and would be much too hot on a …

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