CONTACT LENSES
HOW SAFE ARE CONTACT LENSES?
- Today, contact lenses have evolved significantly and are commonly used, with disposable contact lenses being particularly favored for their health benefits. These lenses consist of soft, water-loving membranes that absorb water, rendering them soft and flexible.
Fear/Myth: Lenses can get “lost” in the eye.
The human eye is encompassed from all sides and lacks space for foreign bodies to become trapped inside. Typically, the lens rests centrally on the eye’s colored part and might occasionally shift onto the white part. Eye care practitioners now advocate a simple method for wearing and removing contact lenses, ensuring they never become lost in the eye.
HOW LONG IS THE CLEANING PROCEDURE?
- Contact lenses have advanced significantly, simplifying cleaning procedures. Disposable lenses, in particular, eliminate the need for protein removers as they are replaced monthly. Additionally, single solution bottles streamline lens cleaning, requiring only a few minutes of daily maintenance.
Tips:
Establish a regular day for discarding old lenses and replacing them with new ones.
Associate lens replacement with a favorite activity, such as watching TV.
If following a four-week replacement schedule, align lens disposal with your pay-day.
Note your replacement date on your calendar, or set electronic reminders.
Mark your “fresh lens” day on individual lens packages upon opening a new box.
Set a reminder to order new lenses when opening your last box.
Consider arranging automatic shipments of fresh lenses through your Eye Care Professional before your current supply runs out.