When You Need to Replace Your Contact Lenses
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If you are a contact lens wearer and have not changed your contacts on time then be careful for the same. Wearing contact lenses for too long can put your eyes at serious risk. Overwear can lead to discomfort, torn lenses, irritation, and infection.
Here are a few tips when you need to change your contact lenses-
Cloudy lenses:
Always make sure to examine your lenses on a regular basis. If lenses are not as clear as the first time you bought them, that means your lenses might have bacteria already then you need to replace your contact lenses.
The feeling of discomfort and irritation:
If you are experiencing something abnormal with your contact lenses, then there is something wrong. It is natural for contact lenses to stick dirt and dust, so never forget to clean it with the solution. Always check for scratches on lenses, if there is any damage on the lenses you need to change them.
No UV protection:
Some brands of contact lenses do not have UV protection. If you have already had that pair for a long time, then your lenses are not protecting your eyes from UV rays. Moreover, your eyes may not be getting enough oxygen because of the old contact lenses.
Reaching prescription expiration date:
Before choosing a pair of contact lenses, you should always consult an eye specialist to know the right contact lenses for you.
Some Important Tips:
Cloudy lenses:
Always make sure to examine your lenses on a regular basis. If lenses are not as clear as the first time you bought them, that means your lenses might have bacteria already then you need to replace your contact lenses.
The feeling of discomfort and irritation:
If you are experiencing something abnormal with your contact lenses, then there is something wrong. It is natural for contact lenses to stick dirt and dust, so never forget to clean it with the solution. Always check for scratches on lenses, if there is any damage on the lenses you need to change them.
No UV protection:
Some brands of contact lenses do not have UV protection. If you have already had that pair for a long time, then your lenses are not protecting your eyes from UV rays. Moreover, your eyes may not be getting enough oxygen because of the old contact lenses.
Reaching prescription expiration date:
Before choosing a pair of contact lenses, you should always consult an eye specialist to know the right contact lenses for you.
Some Important Tips:
- Always wash your hands before wearing contact lenses.
- Don’t reuse old solutions.
- Do not sleep in your contact lenses unless you have been prescribed to do so.
- Replace Your Contact Lens case every three to four months.
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