My BC is 8.6 and diam is 14.5, where can I get these sizes online?
Most websites have 8.4/8.8 and 14 diam. Thanks!
I did see an optometrist. They gave me a trial Acuvue Oasys and it says what I’ve stated above and even has “AVOASYS” under the brand name. But, the optometrist is selling them to me for about 25 a box, and I wanted to find something cheaper.

By: John
Asked on: 2009-08-29 17:26:05

Lizabethe asked:


I had my first contact exam last week (been wearing glasses for almost 20 years) and was told that I would have to have toric lenses because of my astigmatism.

My prescription is:
Power/ Cyl / Axis/ Diam. / B.C./
OD +0.50/ -.75 / 170 / 14.5 / 8.5
OS +0.75/ -.75 / 180/ 14.5 / 8.5

I’ve been told by several people that since the astigmatism is very slight that I should still be able to wear regular contacts. Is there any truth to this? I really wanted to be able to wear colored lenses but can’t afford almost $300 for a 6 month supply (versus $70 for the clear). Apparently toric lenses can get pretty expensive. I don’t want to risk harming my eyes, but I don’t want to get ripped off either.
Asked on: 2009-04-26 10:44:02