FAQs
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Find the answers to all your eye health, eyewear, contacts and surgical procedure questions at Houston Eye Associates. If you can't find the answer on the website, give us a call at (888) 239.4181.
Common Eye Questions
Can Medical Insurance be used for purchasing contact lenses?
Medical Insurance cannot be used towards contact lenses because they are considered a cosmetic purchase. We accept a wide range of Vision Plans with allowances to use toward your purchase of contact lenses, plans to view accepted vision plans
Click here to order your contact lenses online
Call 832-280-3660 to place your order over the phone
How long does it take for my contact lenses to come in?
Depending on availability, it takes approximately 3-5 business days for orders to be delivered
Overnight shipping is available
Some higher prescriptions and specialty contacts may take 2-4 weeks to come-in
Do I have to have a prescription to order colored contacts?
Yes, a valid prescription is required to order colored eye contacts
Do you have contacts for astigmatism?
Yes, we offer the latest and most advanced toric lenses for patients with astigmatism
LASIK
The procedure does not hurt. The eye is numb while the procedure is taking place.
The cost of LASIK typically ranges from $1,500.00 to $2,000 per eye. Dr. Quayle offers a discount for military personnel.
Yes, financing is available through Capital One. Please contact our office to learn more about your financing options.
How long before I am able to engage in active sports?
You can start resuming your normal activities 5 days after LASIK Eye Surgery. The only activity we ask that you refrain from is swimming.
What happens if I blink during the procedure? Will it alter my results?
A small lid speculum is placed in your eye before surgery and this prevents you from blinking