Wearing contact lenses has become a daily habit for many people. It’s convenient and offers a great way to see clearly without the need for glasses. But if you’re someone who uses eye drops, you might wonder if it’s okay to use them while wearing contacts. Are all eye drops safe to use, or are […]
Category: Contact Lenses
Do Contact Lenses Expire?
Contact lenses are among the most common tools for vision correction. They allow for clear vision without glasses, but require more maintenance in return. Soft contact lenses are designed to be worn for a fixed period before replacing the lens. While contact lenses themselves don’t expire, the solution they sit in does. Contact lens prescriptions […]
How Long After a Stye Can You Wear Contacts
Dealing with a stye can be an uncomfortable experience, especially for those who rely on contact lenses for clear vision. One common concern is determining how long after a stye you can safely resume wearing contact lenses. When you’re determining when to resume wearing contact lenses, the factors to consider include the severity of the […]
How Do Multifocal Contacts Work?
When it comes to vision correction, contact lenses have become an incredible solution for people looking to avoid traditional eyeglasses. But contacts can be so much more than just a simple lens. With a few adjustments, they can be used to correct various vision problems—like presbyopia. Multifocal contact lenses contain multiple prescriptions in one lens—one […]
What Happens if You Put Your Contact Lenses on Inside Out?
Have you ever put in your contact lenses and noticed they didn’t feel quite right? There’s a chance they’re on inside out. While this isn’t a problem with rigid lenses, soft contacts are thin and flexible and can easily flip around. This is especially true if you’re new to wearing them. Fortunately, wearing contact lenses […]
What to Expect During a Contact Lens Exam & Fitting
Whether you’ve been wearing glasses for a while or just got your prescription, there’s a good chance you may have considered wearing contact lenses to help correct your vision. However, contacts aren’t just a replacement for eyeglasses; there are many variables to consider before our team can recommend them as a suitable lens option. To […]
6 Tips When Switching From Glasses to Contact Lens
If you wear glasses, you know how much you rely on them to get you through the day. Whether you’re nearsighted or farsighted or need them for reading, they are a necessity for everyday life. But you’re looking for a change—you want to stop depending on frames and switch to contact lenses. You’ve booked an […]