Q12. What is contact lens aftercare?

A12. This term refers to check ups, cleaning routine and duration of use for contact lenses. If you want to get the best from your contact lens then ensure that you follow the advice given. Plus don’t forget to attend any check ups and/or eye tests as these are vital for your eye health.

Your optician will want to check the condition of your eyes as well as seeing if there have been any changes to your vision. Your eyesight may have deteriorated slightly over a period of time –for example, your short sightedness is worse then before which may mean new lenses to accommodate this.

You also need to check your eyes each time you wear your lenses in order to check for any problems. If you your eyes are red, itchy or sore and you have blurred vision then speak to your optician.

FAQ:

Contact lenses FAQs

1. What is a contact lens?
2. What do contact lenses do?
3. What are the different types of contact lenses?
4. Can anyone wear contact lenses?
5. Can children wear contact lenses?
6. What are soft lenses?
7. What are gas permeable lenses?
8. Which are the right lenses for me?
9. Are contact lenses safe?
10. Are contact lenses easy or difficult to use?

11. What are the advantages of contact lenses over glasses?
12. What is contact lens aftercare?
13. Why is it so important to care for your contact lenses?
14. What are the risks with wearing contact lenses?
15. Should I buy contact lenses in store or over the internet?
16. Can you get bifocal contact lenses?
17. I have astigmatism: can I wear contact lenses?
18. I play sport: which type of contact lenses should I wear?
19. What are novelty contact lenses?
20. I have never worn contact lenses. What is my first step?