Is it OK to wear a chipped contact?

Yes! You should NEVER wear a torn, dirty, expired or overworn contact lens. The jagged edges of the torn lens can scratch your eye. This front surface of your eye is called the cornea and it is very delicate.

What happens if you wear old contact lenses?

Wearing expired contacts is one of the leading causes of eye infections in the U.S. Risks of wearing contact lenses past their expiration date include inflammation and reddening of the eye, moderate to severe pain, and partial or total loss of vision.

What happens if you wear dirty contact lenses?

You could lose your vision permanently. Make sure you clean and disinfect your lenses and lens case correctly, and don’t keep either longer than you should. Mild bacterial infections of the eye surface usually clear up after treatment with antibiotic eyedrops.

Can hard contact lenses break?

With most hard contact lenses, there will be a 2- to 4-week break-in period during which you wear the lenses for increasingly longer periods of time each day. Soft contact lenses usually take less time to break in. The care of contact lenses varies according to the type of lens.

Can contacts cause broken blood vessels?

Subconjunctival hemorrhage can also result from an injury to the eye in cases of excessive eye rubbing, inserting contact lenses, or through some other trauma. In addition, a viral or bacterial infection of the eye such as conjunctivitis can cause a subconjunctival hemorrhage.

How long do hard contacts last?

If the lenses are well cared for and kept clean they can last for up to 2 years, in some cases even longer. We recommend regular 6 monthly checks and as long as the lenses are fitting safely, providing clear vision and are comfortable, there is no need to change them.

Do hard contacts change the shape of your eye?

The amount of time leading up to your surgery For example, hard plastic contacts like gas permeable lenses change the shape of your eyes more so than soft lenses. As such, more time would be required for your eyes to get back to normal after wearing them.

What should you not wear while wearing contacts?

Here’s what you should never do if you wear contact lenses:

1. Handle your contacts without washing your hands first.
2. Reuse contact solution or leave used cleaning solution in your contact case.
3. Not dry out your contacts case.
4. Not clean your contact lenses daily.
5. Not clean your contacts case.

Is it safe to wear a torn or dirty contact lens?

Yes! You should NEVER wear a torn, dirty, expired or overworn contact lens. The jagged edges of the torn lens can scratch your eye. This front surface of your eye is called the cornea and it is very delicate. This is the tissue that contact lenses rest upon. This tissue may become irritated, inflamed or worse.

Can I wear decorative contact lenses if I have dry eyes?

If you’re interested in decorative contact lenses, talk to your eye doctor. Even with proper use and care, dry eyes can be an issue for contact lens wearers. If your eyes are itchy or red, remove your contact lenses and use lubricating eyedrops.

How long can you wear contact lenses while you sleep?

Some soft contact lenses can be worn for up to 30 days continuously, including while you sleep. However, this type of lens wear can cause complications, such as the buildup of debris under the lens, corneal problems or serious eye infections.

How do I take care of my contact lenses?

Inspect your contact lenses carefully each time you put them into your eye. And we beg of you, never put a torn or ripped lens in your eye. Don’t stretch your contacts. Replace contact lenses as recommended by the lens manufacturer and your eye doctor.