Did you know that in the United States, you must have a prescription for any type of contact lenses, whether you need vision correction or not? If you answered no then you are not alone. In fact, the New Jersey Society of Optometric Physicians (NJSOP) has received many reports of patients (especially teenagers) who suffered from severe eye problems as a result of having purchased and used plano (non-prescriptive) cosmetic lenses from a non-physician. The worst part is that not only are these types of lenses being sold illegally to unsuspecting consumers, but they are also being sold without the proper instructions on how to use them. This is a growing concern among the many members of the NJSOP, which is why we teamed up with Philadelphia news station, NBC-10. With our help, their investigative team went undercover to expose the vendors who sell lenses illegally. Please take a moment to watch this important story. The NJSOP wants to warn consumers that this is truly a buyer beware issue. A contact lens that doesnt fit properly or isnt sterile, can lead to corneal ulcers, scratches, infections and other severe eye conditions. In addition, there is no way to guarantee the condition of these lenses if you do not buy them from a licensed eye care professional. The lenses could be expired, defective or even used. Remember that contact lenses are medical devices and whether you are wearing them for vision correctness or strictly for cosmetic purposes, they can greatly affect …