Is it possible to have glasses and switch to contacts?

Question

ive been wearing glasses since the 8th grade, and am getting tired of them. Could I switch to contact lenses, and if I did, would they be covered by insurance, or would i have to pay for them like i did my glasses, and are contacts the same price as glasses, more, less?

Answer 1

Yes most people can wear contact lenses, check with your eye doctor on that one to know for sure.  Insurance coverage really depends on your insurance company.  I have Spectera (specterrible) and they are partially covered with it.  Check with your insurance company to know if they are.

I paid about $40.00 for a six month supply of contacts lenses (toric).  I only need correction in my left eye.  My right eye has normal vision.  I bought cheap eyeglasses at Zenni Optical for around $45.00 and that included anti-reflective coating and photochromatic lenses.  The cost really depends on where you buy eyeglasses and contacts from.  I look for the best price possible.

I hope this helps :)

Answer 2

Yes, you can switch! If you had to pay for your glasses I am fairly certain that you would also have to pay for the lenses. The contacts run about 25.00 a box, and you will prob change them every month. There are 6 lenses in each box. So really in the long run the lenses come out about even to a new set of frames.  I like contacts much better, I switched about 5 years ago and wouldnt go back!