PATIENT QUESTIONS
Q Are contact lens wearers required to have a complete eye exam once a year?
A Yes. Many contact lens wearers think that contacts are “no big deal”, but it is important not to confuse uncomplicated with unimportant. Contact lenses are medical devices that must be monitored carefully. Improper care of lenses can lead to corneal ulcers and infections that could result in permanent vision loss. A complete eye exam is required once a year for all contact lens patients.
Q Can I play sports while wearing contact lenses?
A Yes. Contacts are stable and do not interfere with your game. When swimming, wear goggles over your contacts or throw away your lenses after you swim. Daily disposable lenses are a good option.
Q Are sunglasses recommended for contact lens wearers?
A Yes. Although some contact lenses can provide some UV protection, it is often not adequate. UV protection is important to help prevent the development of eye diseases like cataracts, macular degeneration, pterygia and benign or malignant skin cancers of the eye lids. Contact lens patients are offered a 20% discount on non-prescription sunwear in the Elander Eye Boutique.
CONTACT LENS AND GAS PERMEABLE QUESTIONS
Q What are disposable lenses, and their benefits?
A Disposable contact lenses are soft contacts that are replaced frequently. The recommended wearing time will be determined by the doctor. Benefits: Prevent discomfort, dryness, blurred vision, and allergic reactions. Elander Eye care can provide the options and help you choose the appropriate frequency.
Q What are gas permeable (GP) contacts?
A Gas permeable contacts are rigid hard lenses that allow a large amount of oxygen to pass through the lens.
Q Why would I want to wear GP lenses?
A GP lenses give clearer, crisper vision than soft contacts, especially if one has astigmatism or an eye condition that affects the shape of the cornea. A bifocal GP lens may be the lens of choice for someone who needs glasses for distance and reading. Patients with allergies or dry eyes are often more successful with GP lenses. The high transmission of oxygen through the lens means a healthier option for all patients.
Q How do I care for my contact lenses?
A Lens cleaning and care, www.acuvue.com/wear-and-care/contact-lens-cleaning-and-care. New wearer guide, www.acuvue.com/contact-lens-care/new-wearer-guide.
Q How do I insert and remove my soft contact lenses?
A Go to: How to Put In & Take Out Your Contacts
Q How do I care and insert my scleral contact lenses?
A Go to: Scleral Contact Lenses
Scleral Lenses FAQs: Patient FAQs
Q How do I care for my GP lenses?
A Simple procedure, www.youtube.com
Q Is there a way to get free reminders to help me with my eye care and contact care management?
A Yes, www.acuvue.com/membership-benefits
Q How do I care for and Insert and Remove my hybrid contact lenses?
A Video, www.synergeyes.com/consumer/duette/videos. Handeling care, www.synergeyes.com/consumer/duette/handling-care