| Do’s
and Don’ts of Contact Lens Wear |
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| Here
are a few “words of wisdom” to
ensure so that you get the best out of your
contact lenses. |
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Do’s:
- Attend for regular check ups
- Wash (anti-bacterial soap in pump dispenser)
and dry your hands (lint free tissues)
prior to handling your lenses
- Clean, rinse and disinfect your lenses
after each use (except daily disposables
which should be discarded after each wear
and extended wear lenses)
- Air dry the storage case and keep dry
when lenses are being worn. Replace storage
cases monthly.
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- Insert your lenses before putting on
make-up and remove lenses then remove
make-up
- Always keep spare lenses.
- Have up-to-date pair of spectacles
available for when you need to remove
your lenses.
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Remember!
Do
my eyes look well?
Do my eyes feel well?
Do I see well?
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Don’ts:
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- Use tap water in any circumstance
- Wet your lenses with saliva
- Re-use solutions
- Sleep in your lenses unless they are
specifically approved
- Switch to a different solution brand
except on the advice of your practitioner.
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- Use your lenses for swimming or water
sports unless wearing tight fitting goggles.
- Use your lenses when showering or using
a hot tub.
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