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Whats the Best Time to Stop Using Contact Lenses Before Laser Eye Surgery?

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i want to get laser eye operation. my power is 5 both the eyes.my doctor recommend me to stop wearing contact lenses for an year and then the operation can happen. is it right? can i wear lenses occasionally.Will it effect mi operation?

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