just want to ask
2007-12-13 14:45:09 · 25 answers · asked by ginger123 2 in Health ➔ Optical
Yes, but, like anyone, they must be diligent in taking care of them correctly.
2007-12-13 14:48:26 · answer #1 · answered by JellyBean 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes. you need to have a special exam by your eye doctor and they will fit you for the lenses that are best for your eyes. they will also need to be sure that you are able to clean your lenses and take care of them properly. they are a responsibility and you don't want an eye infection from having dirty hands. even if you do get them, you will need glasses as a back up, in case you lose a lens, or have an eye infection or can't wear them for some other reason. good luck.
2007-12-13 14:49:24 · answer #2 · answered by Alli*LOVES*Artie*Lange 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as your parents consent to it and you are motivated to wear them go for it! Make sure you follow all the "rules" of wearing contacts - you only have one set of eyes so don't abuse them.
Perhaps talk to your eyecare professional about starting out in daily lenses that you throw away after every wear. It starts you out with wearing the lenses but not worrying about cleaning them until you are ready to take on more responsibilities.
2007-12-14 06:01:10 · answer #3 · answered by Bytchie Bear 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes they can, I got mine when I was twelve. But there are important factors like maturity and responsibility. You have to take care of your contacts and it takes a long time to get used to sticking a piece of flexible plastic on your eye. If you are getting contacts... Good Luck!!
2007-12-13 14:49:02 · answer #4 · answered by ChErrY BoMb!! 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Anyone who is able to put their own contacts in and out can get them. After having an appointment to get your prescription, you'll go to a "fitting." At the fitting, the doctor will make sure that the contact shape fits your eye, and they will also make sure you can take them in and out by yourself.
2007-12-13 14:49:26 · answer #5 · answered by Jupiter is Fly 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
See an optometrist. Age is not the only issue. The type of correction needed, one's maturity in maintenance, and cost are some other factors.
2007-12-13 14:49:05 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm 10 and i got a fan so y can't a 12 years old get contacts?
2007-12-13 14:48:35 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
yes but do make sure you go through a eye doctor and be very careful with you eyes and if you do get them never sleep overnight in them even if doctor says it is OK i did for several yrs a few nights at a time and know i have a lot of problems with my eyes so be careful
2007-12-13 14:49:42 · answer #8 · answered by sunsfan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only with the approval of their parents or guardians, since a minor can not sign a contract themselves.
2007-12-13 14:48:01 · answer #9 · answered by Rich Z 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course. I got contacts when I was twelve, and I could barely feel them. If you're interested in getting some, talk to your parents and optometrist.
~KaitlinCC
2007-12-13 14:47:58 · answer #10 · answered by kaitlincc 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋