Contact Lens Health Week - August

Contact Lens Health Week at Eye Site Texas

Every year, the CDC promotes Contact Lens Health Week as a means of educating the public about the proper way to use their contacts. So are you taking proper care of your eyes and contacts?

Why Contacts over Glasses?

Many people choose contacts to avoid covering their face or clashing with their outfits. However, there are other benefits as well. Contacts don't fog up like glasses do in the winter. They also won't break if you wear them while playing sports. Furthermore, they give you a wider field of vision than glasses do.

Types of Contacts

There are many different contact lens options out there. Many people think that daily use, disposable ones are the only option. However, if you don't want to deal with the hassle of constantly removing contacts and putting new ones in, there are other options. Depending on your eyes, you may have the option to wear your contacts daily for up to a year before having to put in new ones. There are also extended wear contacts that can be worn both night and day.

If you don't think you can wear contacts because of your specific vision problems, know that there are several options that are meant to address conditions such as myopia, hyperopia, or presbyopia.

How to Keep your Contacts Clean

1. Wash your hands before handling your contacts.
2. Rinse your contact lenses with solution every time you take them off, making sure to gently rub off any grime.
3. Store your contact lenses in the solution recommended by your doctor - never water. Never pour new solution in with old solution.
4. Rinse and rub your contact lens case after each use and then dry it with a tissue.
5. Replace your contact lens case every three months.

Looking to Transition into Contacts? Call Eye Site Texas To Learn More

If you're thinking about switching from glasses to contacts or you want to make sure you're wearing your contacts right, visit the optometrists at Eye Site. We are passionate about educating patients throughout Katy & Houston about their eyes and eyewear so that they can see well and stay healthy. Visit our website today to schedule an appointment.