Are you thinking of tossing your glasses after switching to contact lenses? Hold that thought. While it’s tempting to ditch the frames for good, hanging onto a pair of glasses is one of the smartest eye care choices you can make.
At Vista Eye Specialists, our board-certified ophthalmologist, Binoy R. Jani, MD, leads our patient-focused team in offering offers highly personalized ophthalmology services, including contact lens evaluations and fittings, cataract care, LASIK, and comprehensive general eye care.
Dr. Jani has frequently been recognized as a “Top Doctor for Laser Vision Correction and Ophthalmology,” and he’s passionate about his work on the cutting edge of vision care. Contacts are often the first step on the path to the visual freedom of LASIK, so many patients are anxious to discard their glasses. But today’s blog covers a few reasons you shouldn’t do that just yet.
Why Keep Glasses When You Wear Contacts?
Glasses are more than just a backup—they’re a practical part of your overall eye care routine. Even if you love the convenience and look of contact lenses, there are good reasons to keep a pair of glasses around. This includes cases such as:
- Allergies that cause itchy and uncomfortable eyes. Wearing contacts in this situation can exacerbate the problem.
- Eye infections, like pink eye, can be painful. Fortunately, our experts can treat your infection quickly. In the meantime, we recommend removing your contacts to improve your comfort and allow eye drops to work efficiently.
- Scheduled surgery requires you to remove your contacts. Having glasses on hand allows you to see normally right before and after your procedure.
- Losing lenses is quite common, as is running out of lenses without replacements on hand. When you have your glasses, you can temporarily use those until your new lenses arrive.
Switching to glasses in these situations allows your eyes time to rest and recover without disrupting your normal routines, such as driving, watching TV, or using a computer.
Contact Lens Exams in Fredericksburg & Culpeper, VA
You don’t need to choose between glasses and contacts. Both can be part of your vision care routine. Keeping your glasses updated ensures you’re ready for anything, whether you’re dealing with dry eyes, allergies, or a late-night movie binge. We’ll help you figure out the best fit for your lifestyle. At Vista Eye Specialists, we offer both medical ophthalmology and surgery to support your unique vision needs. Call our Fredericksburg or Culpeper office today at 540-208-5827 to schedule your appointment.
