Do’s & Don’ts of Lens Care

Do’s:

• Use the Recommended Solution: Always use the contact lens cleaning solutions recommended by your eye care professional.
• Follow a Cleaning Routine: Clean and disinfect your lenses daily by following the appropriate steps of rinsing, rubbing, and rinsing again before storing them in fresh solution.
• Replace Your Contact Lens Case Regularly: Contact lens cases can harbor bacteria and fungi over time. Replace your lens case at least every three months.
• Adhere to the Wearing Schedule: Adhere to the Wearing Schedule: Follow the recommended wearing schedule for your specific type of contact lenses (1 day, 1 month, etc.)
• Attend Regular Eye Check-ups: Schedule regular eye check-ups with your eye care professional to ensure your prescription is up-to-date and to monitor your eye health.
• Know When to Replace Your Lenses: Follow the recommended replacement schedule for your contact lenses. Wearing expired or damaged lenses can cause eye irritation or infections.
• Wear Lenses Before Makeup: Put on your contact lenses before applying makeup to avoid contaminating them with makeup particles.
• Avoid Oily or Dirty Environments: Keep your lenses away from oily substances and dirt to prevent contamination.

Don’ts:

• Do Not Sleep in Your Contact Lenses: Never wear contact lenses overnight  as it significantly increases the risk of eye infections.
• Never Using Tap Water or Saliva: Tap water and saliva can contain bacteria and other impurities. Always use the recommended disinfecting solutions for cleaning your lenses.
• Keep Lenses Away from Harsh Chemicals and Heat: Avoid exposing your contact lenses to harsh chemicals, such as chlorine in swimming pools, or extreme heat, as it can damage the lens material.
• Remove Lenses Before Swimming or Showering: Water can contain bacteria and impurities that can adhere to your lenses and cause infections. Wear goggles if you must wear contact lenses while swimming.
• Do Not Share Your Lenses: Sharing contact lenses can spread bacteria and lead to serious eye infections
• Do Not Reuse Dried-Out Lenses: If your lenses dry out, never attempt to rewet and reuse them as this can cause discomfort and damage to your eyes.