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Is there a certain amount of time you have to wear eye glasses before wearing contact lenses?
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No: You can be fit into contact lenses at any time.
Answered 9/28/2016
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No: It does make sense to be wearing glasses full time prior to changing to contact lenses. Even if you wear contact lenses, it is important to have a backup pair of glasses to use just in case you develop an infection , or allergic problem that requires a break in your contact lens wear.
Answered 1/26/2014
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