Question 1

what is the maximum rate at which an eye prescription change?

Accepted Answer

Slowly: In adults, eyeglass prescriptions change at the rate such that about every 2-3 years new glasses are needed.

Question 2

how often do i need to check if my eye prescription has changed?

Accepted Answer

Every year or two: Most adults between ages of 20 and 60 will typically need to see if their glasses rx has changed at least every two years, more often if they have symptoms of blurred vision, difficulty seeing road signs, tv, or reading. Children less than 16 should be seen yearly as they are more likely to show rapid changes. Adults after 60 should be seen yearly because of the higher chance of eye diseases.

Question 3

new glasses are hurting my eyes, making it blurry. change prescription or see optician?

Accepted Answer

Go back: You would obviously go back to the person that prescribed you those glasses.

Question 4

as far as current research goes, does wearing a wrong eye prescription cause physiological changes to the eyes?

Accepted Answer

Wrong prescription: wearing an incorrect prescription does not cause physiologic changes the eyes

Question 5

do titlted frames like rayban wayfarers change your prescription because they are titled or no does it not affect your eye sight?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: For most prescriptions, the tilt of the lens will cause an insignificant change in the prescription.  This is not true if the prescription is very strong.

Question 6

recently my contacts have become very blurry, even straight out of the box. does this mean my eye prescription has changed?

Accepted Answer

Probably: Although it could mean many other things, such as the onset of diabetes and an eye disease.  Make an appointment with an ophthalmologist for an exam.

Question 7

i use a -0.75 eye glass but still can't see from a distance, should i change it?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If you do not see well with your current lenses, you should see an eye doctor and have your eyes examined and your prescription checked. It is not common for your prescription to change over time, but you should have an eye exam whenever you notice any changes in your vision.

Question 8

my right eye is -3.50 & my left eye is -3.25. when i order contact lens online will the prescription change at all?

Accepted Answer

Good if current: This should work if the prescription is current.  The brand and base curve of the lens matter as well, so check with the prescribing eye doctor before orderin gon line.

Question 9

could i still get lasik if my prescription changed by -0.25 in each eye? i dont mind getting additional procedure later on, i just really want lasik

Accepted Answer

Yes: Changing -0.25 over a year would not be a problem at all as long as there are no other factors.

Question 10

after you wear glasses, does your eyes change or get worse to the prescription strength of your lenses? or does your eye acuity stay the same regardless if you have them on or not?

Accepted Answer

: A perfect eyeglass prescription will not change your eyes. Too much minus power can cause your eyes to grow longer and become more nearsighted. After age 26, prescriptions are usually stable until a person develops hardening of the lens from cataract. In young people, more time outside, decreasing near screen time, and very low dose Atropine are used to prevent progression of myopia.

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New glasses are hurting my eyes, making it blurry. change prescription or see optician?

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As far as current research goes, does wearing a wrong eye prescription cause physiological changes to the eyes?

A member asked:

Do titlted frames like rayban wayfarers change your prescription because they are titled or no does it not affect your eye sight?

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Recently my contacts have become very blurry, even straight out of the box. does this mean my eye prescription has changed?

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I use a -0.75 eye glass but still can't see from a distance, should i change it?

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My right eye is -3.50 & my left eye is -3.25. when i order contact lens online will the prescription change at all?

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Could i still get lasik if my prescription changed by -0.25 in each eye? i dont mind getting additional procedure later on, i just really want lasik

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After you wear glasses, does your eyes change or get worse to the prescription strength of your lenses? or does your eye acuity stay the same regardless if you have them on or not?

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