Contact Lens
Contact lenses correct refractive errors just as glasses do — myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), astigmatism and presbyopia. Used with proper care and hygiene, they are a safe and effective alternative to eyeglasses.
Contact lenses give you clear vision without frames — but that freedom comes with responsibility. When patients don’t follow proper lens hygiene, the consequences can genuinely harm the eyes, which is why we take fitting and after-care seriously.
If your lenses tend to feel dry, there’s good news: regular use of lubricating eye drops together with a few simple lifestyle adjustments can ease contact-lens-associated dryness considerably.
Contact Lens — your questions answered
Which is the most frequently used contact lens?
Contact lenses come in two types — hard and soft. Soft lenses are the choice of most wearers because they hurt less and are accepted quickly.
What are the different types of soft contact lenses?
A variety of soft lenses are available depending on how you prefer to wear and remove them:
- Extended-wear lenses
- Daily, weekly and monthly disposable lenses
- Toric contact lenses
- Bifocal contact lenses
What are cosmetic or coloured contact lenses?
These change the appearance of your eye colour and can also correct a refractive error.
How do I care for my contact lenses?
- Always wash your hands with a medicated soap before handling lenses.
- Clean lenses as directed — rub and rinse thoroughly, then soak overnight in enough fresh multi-purpose solution to cover the lens.
- Store lenses in a proper case; clean it after each use, keep it open and dry, and replace it every three months or sooner.
- Use only products recommended by your eye doctor — saline and rewetting drops do not disinfect lenses.
- Use only fresh solution; never re-use old solution, and change it per the manufacturer’s schedule even if lenses aren’t worn daily.
- Follow the recommended replacement schedule.
- Remove lenses before swimming, using a hot tub, or going to bed.
- See your eye doctor for your regularly scheduled contact-lens and eye examination.
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