How to Care for Contact Lenses

I have been pulled into the 21st century by my son. I have worn glasses for ages and he finally convinced me to give contacts a try. I am not one that likes putting things into my eyes and this was a challenge to me. However I will attempt to use them for as long as I can. There were three types of lenses that I could choose from, Disposable lenses, were lenses that I could wear for one day, then throw them away. Daily wear lenses were lenses that I could use over and over again, Take them out when I was ready for bed, clean and rinse them and use them again. Extended wear lenses were lenses that I could have left in my eyes for up to 30 days even while I slept. I choose the Daily wear soft lenses.

Here are some tips for keeping your eyes healthy and comfortable while you
wear contact:

- Wash and rinse your hands before touching your lenses.
- Use only the lens cleaners and eye drops that your eye doctor suggests.
- Follow the directions that came with your lenses, lens cleaner, and
eye drops.
- Take care of your lens case. Clean, rinse, and dry it each time you
take out the lenses.
- Use eye makeup that is safe for contact lens users.
- Do not spit on your lenses to clean them.
- Do Not use tap water, bottled water, or salt water made at home
to store or rinse your lenses. It can cause infections.
- Do not let lotions, creams, or sprays touch your lenses.
- Don't use eyeliner on the inside of your lower eyelid.