Making the decision to wear contact lenses.
You're thinking about contact lenses, but how do you decide which ones? Contacts fall into four distinct categories: hard, soft, extended wear and disposables. Some lenses have tints to enhance your eye color while others can give you a totally new eye color. The professionals at Henry Ford OptimEyes can help you decide which is best for you and your lifestyle.
The two most important questions regarding contact lenses are "Can I wear contacts?" and "Will they hurt my eyes?". The answer to the first question depends on your individual eyes and the prescription needed to correct your vision. The second question is a little easier. The cornea is very sensitive to tiny objects, such as dust or lint on your eye. It is not, however, as sensitive to large objects covering it. When contacts are properly fitted, they should not feel much different than your own eyelids.
GUIDE FOR SUCCESS
The three most important components for successful and safe wearing of contact lenses are a good fit, proper lens selection and follow-up care. However, it doesn't stop there. The wearer must follow the instructions regarding the wearing schedule, handling, cleaning and sterilization of the lenses.
Before leaving Henry Ford OptimEyes with your new contact lenses, you will know the following:
- Insertion and removal procedures
- Cleaning and sterilization methods
- What to do in the event of eye irritation
- Contact lens wearing schedule
- How to center a displaced lens
- Normal symptoms during the adaptation periodHow to avoid problems when using cosmetics or hairspray or when swimming, showering and washing
The following symptoms are not normal:
- Inability to keep the eye open
- Pain during wear or after removal
- Unbearable light sensitivity
- Cloudy vision and / or colored rings around lights
- Harsh burning or severe irritation
- Very red eyes
Some of these symptoms are similar to normal adaption symptoms, but are far more severe. If any symptom seems too much, it probably is. You should immediately remove the lenses and call your optometrist as soon as possible.
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