6 Myths About Contact Lenses
- Contact lenses are uncomfortable:
When contacts were first introduced, they weren’t made with complete comfort in mind, however with advancements in technology some people don’t even realize they have their contacts in! There is a brief adaptation period, and then usually comfortability. If you notice any discomfort with your contact lenses, consult your ophthalmologist to pinpoint the issue.
- Contact lenses can get lost behind an eye:
The white of the eye is covered by a thin membrane called the conjunctiva, which connects to the inside of the eyelids, making it impossible for something to go behind the eye!
- Contacts can unexpectedly pop out of your eyes:
While older contacts were made with hard lenses, today they are made entirely differently and have a slim chance of being dislodged from the eye during sports or other activities.
- Contact lenses cause eye problems:
While it’s true that wearing contacts increases your risk for certain eye problems, properly using your contacts can help to ensure an infection does not occur. Follow the instructions cleaning them regularly and replacing them when needed.
- Contacts are too much to take care of:
Taking care of contacts is a simple task and easy to incorporate into your daily routine. One-bottle contact lens care systems help to make the process much easier by cleaning and disinfecting all at once. If this still seems like too much talk to your ophthalmologist about daily disposables or 30-day extended wear contact lenses.
- Contacts are expensive:
Due the variety of different contact lenses, the cost can be quite inexpensive and often times cheaper than purchasing a new pair of glasses!
