Contact Lenses: The Do's and Don'ts

Do you wear contact lenses? Here are some Do's and Don'ts for contact lens usage!


Do....
*Follow the directions that come with your lenses.
*Wash your hands with a mild soap and dry with a lint-free towel before touching the contacts.
*Use the same brand of solution. Not all products work with all lenses.
*Rinse and disinfect extended wear contacts each time you remove them.
*Wear UV-protective sunglasses. Even when you have contacts on.
*Get regular eye exams to be sure your contacts are doing their job and aren't causing inflammation.


Don't....
*Use new eye products without your healthcare provider's permission.
*Use tap water or saliva to clean or store them.
*"Stretch the time between replacing contact lenses. Reusing them too much could lead to an eye infection.
*Swim while wearing contact lenses.
*Try on someone else's contacts.
*Use your fingernails, tweezers or any other tool to take your lenses out of their package.

Remember...taking care of your contacts means happy contacts. Happy contacts means happy eyes!