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What are the benefits and costs of wearing contacts versus glasses?

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Costs vary, but...: The costs of contacts are variable depending on many factors. The benefits of contacts over glasses are better vision, especially in nearsighted people, no fogging, better peripheral vision and better appearance. Disadvantages are more time and effort to use, increased risk of infection and cost.

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Answered 3/6/2013

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