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A member asked:

If i wear prescription glasses and contacts, can i also get colored lenses?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Yes: Most contact lens prescriptions are available in colored contact lenses.

Answered 12/8/2012

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Probably yes: Colored contact lenses are able to be fit on most patients. See your doctor.

Dr Alves and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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