Contact lens use: truths and myths

contact lens myths

8 out of 100 people in Spain use contact lenses. The key to the success of contact lenses lies in their use, so we will share the main truths and myths about contact lenses.

Myths about contact lens use:

  • They can get lost behind the eye: One of the main fears, which has a simple physical explanation that disproves it. Although the eye is round, there are small membranes that connect it to the inner face of the eyelid, making it impossible for the lens to pass behind.
  • They can stick to the eye: The eye is constantly hydrated by tears, so they cannot stick. Sometimes, due to overuse or another dryness factor, it may feel like they have stuck, but that is not the case.
  • Only adults can use them: Optician and ophthalmologist associations do not recommend a minimum age for use. It is true that responsibility and care are required to avoid harming our eye hygiene.
  • They are uncomfortable and noticeable: The materials and technologies used to make them offer a wide variety of brands that fit each person.

Truths about contact lens use:

  • The usage time is exactly as indicated: To function properly and hydrate the eye, they must be used for the exact time they are made for (daily, monthly, biweekly). Using them longer can cause problems like dryness, irritation, and discomfort.
  • They correct vision problems just like glasses: They perform exactly the same function as glasses, also providing a wider field of vision.
  • They cannot be cleaned with water: Tap water may contain bacteria that cause eye infections. The only way to keep contact lenses clean and hydrated is with the solution recommended by the specialist.

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Tips for beginners:

  1. Always wash your hands before handling contact lenses.
  2. Do not wash them with tap water, nor the case where we store them.
  3. Use cases with different caps to recognize which lens belongs to each eye.
  4. Always start putting in and taking out the lens in the same eye to avoid mistakes.
  5. Watch out with costumes! Wearing colored contact lenses is fun, but if they are not quality lenses, they can cause serious damage to our eyes.

In gafasdeoptica.com We work with all contact lens laboratories, offering a wide variety based on duration or the problem they correct. Additionally, we always choose silicone hydrogel as the best material for eye hydration and protection.