A Guide to Wearing Contact Lenses Safely

Wearing contact lenses offers freedom and clear vision, but wearing contact lenses safely is paramount for maintaining healthy eyes and preventing potential complications. Follow these essential steps to ensure the well-being of your vision:

Essential Steps for Safe Contact Lens Wear

1. Wash Your Hands Thoroughly: Before touching your contact lenses or your eyes, always wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water and dry them with a lint-free towel. This simple step is crucial for preventing dirt and germs from entering your eyes.

2. Use the Right Contact Lens Solution: Only use the contact lens solution specifically recommended by your eye doctor to clean and store your lenses. Never use tap water or saliva, as they can contain harmful microorganisms that can lead to serious eye infections.

3. Adhere to the Prescribed Wearing Schedule: Whether you wear daily disposable lenses, bi-weekly lenses, or monthly lenses, strictly follow the recommended wearing schedule. Do not wear your contact lenses for longer than advised.

4. Avoid Sleeping in Regular Contact Lenses: Unless your eye doctor specifically prescribes contact lenses approved for overnight wear, never sleep in your regular lenses. Sleeping in contact lenses significantly increases the risk of serious eye infections.

5. Clean Your Lens Case Daily and Replace Regularly: Make it a habit to clean your lens case every day with fresh contact lens solution, not water. Allow the case to air dry upside down with the caps off. Importantly, replace your lens case every 3 months to prevent bacterial buildup.

6. Refrain from Wearing Contacts While Swimming or Showering: Water from swimming pools, hot tubs, lakes, and even showers can harbor bacteria and other microorganisms that can adhere to your contact lenses and cause eye infections. Avoid wearing your lenses during these activities. If you must, consider using daily disposable lenses and discarding them immediately afterward.

7. Regular Eye Exams and Proper Fit: Your eye doctor plays a vital role in ensuring your contact lenses fit well and your eyes remain healthy. Schedule regular eye exams to monitor your vision and the health of your eyes.

Expert Guidance at Vision Looky Optical

At Vision Looky Optical in Carrollton, Texas, our board-certified Optometrist is committed to your safe and comfortable contact lens experience. We provide a comprehensive 30-minute training session to every new contact lens patient, teaching you how to put contact lenses in and how to take them out correctly and hygienically.

For your convenience, we also offer video training on how to wear contact lenses.

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