It can’t be stressed over enough how injurious it is to sleep in your contact lenses. However, with the advanced technology there are a few brands that allow you to sleep in your contact lenses. Fortunately, to your surprise they are FDA approved. Air Optix Day & Night are monthly disposable lenses that are meant… Continue reading Can I Sleep in Extended Wear Contact Lenses?
Category: Preventing Health Risks Associated with Colored Contact Lenses
Can Cosplay Color Contacts make me Blind?
Cosplay contacts are type of special effect lenses that help you create an illusion of unworldly eyes. Getting into your favorite anime character is not otherwise possible. Fortunately, today’s cosplay contacts are considered very different from what they used to be. They are safer, reliable and comfortable as they are manufactured in state of art… Continue reading Can Cosplay Color Contacts make me Blind?
Are Non-Prescription Colored Contacts Safe to Wear?
Non-Prescription colored contacts are simply the plano lenses. They do not correct your vision hence are only used for cosmetic purposes. In United States it is illegal to sell contact lenses without prescription regardless of them being non-prescription. However, it is safe to assume that wearing non-prescription colored contacts is completely safe provided they are… Continue reading Are Non-Prescription Colored Contacts Safe to Wear?
Why do I need an Eye Exam for Cosplay Contacts?
Contact lenses of any type are considered medical devices in United States. Since they are regulated by FDA, you are required to have a comprehensive eye exam for contact lens fitting. Patients not needing vision correction fret over obtaining a prescription for cosplay contacts but what they forget is to note the difference between an… Continue reading Why do I need an Eye Exam for Cosplay Contacts?
Can I Reuse Daily Disposable Contact Lenses?
Do not be confused with daily wear lenses and daily disposable contacts. There is a difference between “wearing schedule” & “replacement schedule”. While daily wear lenses can be worn from 2 weeks to a month & up to a year during day, daily disposable contact lenses are designed for single use and are meant to… Continue reading Can I Reuse Daily Disposable Contact Lenses?
Colored Contact Lenses: 4 Things we are Guilty about
Colored contact lenses are classified as medical devices and they need to be dealt accordingly. Handling them carelessly and failing to follow the manufacturer’s instruction invite severe consequence where some damages could be irrevocable such as permanent vision loss or blindness. As per clinical data, it is reported that every year a large number of… Continue reading Colored Contact Lenses: 4 Things we are Guilty about
4 Things you do not do with Contact Lenses
Contact lenses are prosthetic medical devices used to correct refraction error. It is important to practice meticulous hygiene & diligent care with contact lenses in order to prevent bacterial contamination. Using contacts improperly or using products that are incompatible with contacts may lead to severe infections causing irreversible and permanent vision loss. If you have… Continue reading 4 Things you do not do with Contact Lenses
Do I Really Need a Contact Lens Cleaner?
Soft contact lenses are prone to protein build up that requires effective cleaning. Product build up from cosmetics, environment, aerosol hair sprays etc & debris from your eyes accumulate on contact lenses leading to cloudy/hazy vision. Although, multipurpose no rub solutions are effective enough to keeping your lenses clean, you may want to add an… Continue reading Do I Really Need a Contact Lens Cleaner?
Prescription Contact Lenses: Difference between an Eye Test and Eye Exam
Most of the patients confuse an eye exam with an eye test although there is a huge difference between the two. An eye test is just a sight test that describes a refraction to determine the lens power using automated machinery & combination of computerised tests. It is not done by a licensed & trained… Continue reading Prescription Contact Lenses: Difference between an Eye Test and Eye Exam
Contact Lenses: Are Online Vision Tests Comprehensive Enough?
Online vision test is a new trend- both convenient & pocket friendly. Without leaving the comfort of your home, online vision tests make renewing contact lens & glasses prescription easier. The findings based on the online tests are analysed by a licensed eye care practitioner before you could be issued a prescription. Although online vision… Continue reading Contact Lenses: Are Online Vision Tests Comprehensive Enough?
Can Contact Lenses Scratch your Eyes?
Yes and No. FDA approved contact lenses are manufactured in state-of-art laboratories following stringent regulations. They may rarely scratch a cornea provided they are handled carefully. However, contact lenses may increase the risk of eye injuries and minor scratches if they are used in environment & surroundings that call for preventive measures. Human eye is… Continue reading Can Contact Lenses Scratch your Eyes?
Why do my Contact Lenses Move?
Contact lenses are designed to move but the movement goes unnoticed. Every time you blink, your lenses spin since they are supposed to float on your iris. The movement allows fresh supply of tear film and facilitates oxygen permeation to help your eyes breathe. Hence, subtle movement of contact lenses should not bother. Excessive sliding… Continue reading Why do my Contact Lenses Move?
Is it Important to Rub & Rinse Colored Contact Lenses?
As per statistical data received from the eye clinics every year; it is concluded that patients do not comply with general lens care where longer rinsing duration has been the major contributor of patients’ negligence. Colored contact lenses need utmost care, meticulous cleaning & diligent handling. Since colored lenses are disposable devices with varying replacement… Continue reading Is it Important to Rub & Rinse Colored Contact Lenses?
Can I Wear Colored Contacts during Seasonal Infections?
This is a diverse topic to start with. Contact lenses are not directly related to seasonal break outs however, you might want to observe caution. Contact lenses help you correct vision though some people would only wear lenses to change the way they look. It is important that you give your colored contacts a rest… Continue reading Can I Wear Colored Contacts during Seasonal Infections?
How do I rest my Eyes after Over-Wearing Contact Lenses?
Over-wearing contact lenses leave your eyes inflamed and irritated. This however does not pose any potential risk unless you have not been practicing it regularly. Resting your eyes by putting contact lenses off until the redness fades should allow you wear contacts again. How long can I wear Contact Lenses as a Beginner? Circle contacts… Continue reading How do I rest my Eyes after Over-Wearing Contact Lenses?
Dry Eyes: The Best Eye Drops for Colored Contact Lenses
Not eye drops are created equal. Although, you may find a variety of eye drops claiming to relieve eye strain; these may be not safe enough to be used with colored contact lenses. Eye drops are categorized into three main classes depending on what they offer. People with dry eyes do not produce enough tears… Continue reading Dry Eyes: The Best Eye Drops for Colored Contact Lenses