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Are contact lenses made of different materials and are they different?
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Yes.: Contact lenses are made from many different materials. They differ in oxygen permeability, water content, size, rigidity, and may other characteristics. You should discuss this with your eye doctor to determine which is right for you.
Answered 9/5/2012
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