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How to take a vision test on your phone

Need to renew your contacts? Learn how an eye exam on your phone works, who qualifies, and how to get your updated prescription quickly.

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New to colored lenses? We explain how to wear colored contacts, insert them safely, and why colored contacts should never go over normal contacts.

1-800 Contacts TeamOct 6, 2026
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What is ommetaphobia? Understanding the fear of eyes

Ommetaphobia can mean more than a fear of eyes. Learn symptoms, triggers, and ways to handle contact lenses, eye exams, and eye drops.

1-800 Contacts TeamOct 2, 2026
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What to do if your eye doctor won't give you your prescription

In most cases, your eye doctor has to give you a copy of your prescription. Here's how to ask, what the law says, and what to do if they refuse.

1-800 Contacts TeamSep 30, 2026
Contacts
Eye irritation after wearing contacts: dryness, or something else?

Wearing contacts too long can do more than dry out your eyes. Learn when overwearing contact lenses may lead to keratitis and when to get help.

1-800 Contacts TeamSep 28, 2026
Glasses
How long does it take to get glasses?

How long does it take to get glasses? We break down typical wait times after an eye exam or online order, plus how to speed things up.

1-800 Contacts TeamSep 25, 2026
Eye Health
What is myopia? Understanding nearsighted vision

Myopia means nearby things look clear while faraway things look blurry. Learn what myopic means, what causes it, and how glasses or contacts can help.

1-800 Contacts TeamSep 23, 2026