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2019-05-09 04:09:04
I have been using spectacles since 8 years and now i want to switch to lens, i have only cylindrical power. Please find the attached picture of power details. Is it safe to use Toric lens? If yes which one do you recommend.
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Yes, you can use toric lens. But LASIK surgery may be a better alternative if other parameters like age and corneal thickness are normal.

Answered2019-05-09 04:45:31

YESNO

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Hello Yes...toric lenses are safe

Answered2019-05-09 04:43:07

YESNO

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