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A person holding eyeglasses in one hand and a contact lens case in the other, symbolizing the choice between glasses and contact lenses for vision correction.

Are Glasses & Contact Prescriptions the Same

Thinking about making the switch from glasses to contact lenses? If so, you might assume that you can use your current glasses prescription to order contacts. However, it’s not quite that simple. Prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses are different, and you cannot use them interchangeably. If you’re interested in switching to contacts, you’ll actually…

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Our office is conveniently located on College Ave West, next to the Guelph Campus Co-operative and across from the OVC Small Animal Clinic. We offer plenty of parking right in front of our clinic. To access our lot, turn onto Borden St., drive behind the building, and circle around to park in front!

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  • 21 College Ave West
  • Guelph, ON N1G 1R7

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Hours of Operation

Monday:
8:00 AM 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM 7:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM 5:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM 5:30 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM 5:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed

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Are Glasses & Contact Prescriptions the Same

Glasses

Prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses are different, and you cannot use them interchangeably. […]

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October 27, 2025
Dr. Paul Fasulo

How Can I Tell If I Need Glasses? When To See an Eye Doctor

Eye Health

When your vision feels off and the words on the screen in front of you look slightly fuzzy, a lack of sleep might not be the problem. Blurry vision, frequent headaches, squinting, difficulty driving at night, and digital eye strain are all telltale signs that it might be time for glasses, or at least a visit to your optometrist. […]

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October 6, 2025
Dr. Paul Fasulo

How Do I Know If I Have Dry Eyes or Allergies?

Dry Eyes

Dry eyes are caused by a lack of quality tears, while allergies are triggered by your immune system’s reaction to irritants like pollen or pet dander. […]

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September 15, 2025
Dr. Paul Fasulo
A person holding eyeglasses in one hand and a contact lens case in the other, symbolizing the choice between glasses and contact lenses for vision correction.

Prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses are different, and you cannot use them interchangeably. […]

Read More… from Are Glasses & Contact Prescriptions the Same

A student struggles to see clearly while studying.

When your vision feels off and the words on the screen in front of you look slightly fuzzy, a lack of sleep might not be the problem. Blurry vision, frequent headaches, squinting, difficulty driving at night, and digital eye strain are all telltale signs that it might be time for glasses, or at least a visit to your optometrist. […]

Read More… from How Can I Tell If I Need Glasses? When To See an Eye Doctor

A person rubs their eye in discomfort while standing outdoors, likely from allergies or dry eye.

Dry eyes are caused by a lack of quality tears, while allergies are triggered by your immune system’s reaction to irritants like pollen or pet dander. […]

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