Every two years you should have a check up on your contact lenses to make sure that your vision is perfect and that your eyes are healthy. Here are some of things that are looked at on a Contact Lens Aftercare at your Optometrists.
14 May 2024
In this article, our optometrists highlights prevalent eye issues that are seen on a regular basis, and what can be done about them.
14 May 2024
As a contact lens wearer you will have been advised not to wear your lenses while swimming, using a hot tub, or Jacuzzi.
But have you ever asked yourself why? It's more than just a simple case of not getting your contact lenses wet. Here, our optometrist explains why contact lenses and water don't mix.
14 May 2024
Every contact lens wearer is advised not to sleep in their contact lenses, but what about an afternoon nap or a quick snooze on that long haul flight?
There is no getting away from it, sleeping and napping in your contact lenses is not good for your eyes.If you are someone who takes naps or needs to sleep in their lenses, you'll want to explore the options to do this safely.
14 May 2024
Although a contact lens can get trapped under the upper or lower eyelid, it's physically impossible for a contact lens to get "lost" in, or behind a person's eye. The reason this is impossible has to do with a thin lining known as the conjunctiva. Read on to discover our optometrists guide on how to locate and retrieve a contact lens from under your eyelid.
14 May 2024
Once your contact lens fitting is complete, your lenses should feel comfortable and not move around in your eyes, if you feel your contacts are moving around even slightly, you should remove them and check to make sure they are facing the correct way. Our optometrist describes ways to do this safely and easily.
9 May 2024
The lenses of glasses and contact lenses are durable, however, although they are sturdy, they are also fragile. A split or broken lens can be an unexpected and unsettling experience, fortunately, this only happens rarely but it's good to know what to do should it happen to you.
29 Mar 2024
Good contact lens hygiene practices are not only good for your lenses but good for your eyes too. Here is our optometrists guide to best practices for great, safe, contact lens care.
4 Mar 2024
Whether you are fairly new to contact lenses or you have been wearing them for years, it is always worth taking a few minutes every now and then to refresh your knowledge and the best practices for safe contact lens wear. Whilst there is a lot of contact lens care information out there, our optometrist brings you the basics all in one article.