When your optometrist first hands you a prescription for new contact lenses, you’ll notice that it’s filled with all kinds of terms and numbers. Trying to make sense of this information may seem daunting at first, but once you have a grasp of the basics, you’ll have a much better understanding of how your contact lenses will be customized to meet your specific needs. Below is a brief overview of some of the terms you should know when reading your prescription.
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