Choosing and correctly applying contact lenses is important for comfort, clear vision, and eye health. Here are some key tips:
Choosing Contact Lenses
Lens Type:
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Daily Ideal for convenience and hygiene, with no need for cleaning.
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Fortnightly/Monthly More economical but require proper care and disinfection.
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Continuous Wear (Night & Day) Can be worn even while sleeping (only with ophthalmologist approval).
Material of Lenses:
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Hydrogels Soft and comfortable, but with low oxygen permeability.
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Silicone Hydrogels Allow more oxygen to the eye, reducing dryness.
Special Lenses for Vision Needs:
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Astigmatic (Toric) For correcting astigmatism.
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Multifocal For people with presbyopia.
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Colored For changing or enhancing the natural color of the eyes.
Proper Application and Usage
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Wash your hands before placing or removing lenses.
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Check the correct orientation The lenses should have a "bowl" shape without folded edges.
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Gentle placement Place them on the cornea, blinking your eyes for proper application.
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Remove with clean fingers Pull down the lower eyelid and carefully grab the lens.
Care and Hygiene
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Clean with special solution (never with water or saliva!).
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Change the solution daily in the storage case.
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Replace lenses on the scheduled date, even if they appear clean.
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Use eye drops if you feel dryness (must be compatible with contact lenses).
When NOT to Wear Contact Lenses
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If you have irritation, redness, or pain in your eyes.
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If you have an infection or allergies.
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If you slept with lenses that are not approved for continuous wear.
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If the lenses are worn out, torn, or have passed their replacement date.
