An eyeglass prescription is not the same as a contact lens prescription. A contact lens prescription must take into account the shape of the eye, the position & thickness of the eyelids & the health of the cornea. Therefore, fitting of contact lenses requires professional attention.
People over 40 have Contact Lens Options...
The visual system becomes more complicated with age... Success with contact lenses after age 40 depends largely on the thoroughness of the care received. Skill and extra attention are needed to achieve the best possible vision, and most importantly, the healthiest outcome.
Complicated contact lens fitting often requires multiple office visits and a high level of commitment, from both the patient and doctor. Drs. Bickford and Ruby can provide the necessary level of skill commitment, and personal attention... and Nantucket Eye Center provides unsurpassed on-island convenience.
