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| Keep your circle lenses safe for your eyes |
FDA approved
circle lenses have no side effects; they are tested before being pushed into
the markets for mass consumption. Having said this, wearing circle lenses is
safe. Above all circle lenses are beneficial if you are aiming to correct your refractive
index error. This however does not outlaw the status of circle lenses from
prosthetic device to fashion accessory. To keep them serving your vision
safely, you must stay meticulous about the diligent disinfection of your circle lenses. Each pair you own must be
disinfected regularly whether or not you wear them on daily basis.
Disinfect, Disinfect & Disinfect
Most of the wearers
of circle lenses tend to ignore how important is disinfection. Circle lenses
accumulate protein, dirt, lint and other debris from environment to their
surface that might cause superficial damages. It is important to disinfect
circle lenses after each wear. Also occasionally, once in a week circle
lenses must be disinfected thoroughly by gentle rubbing & scrubbing through
finger pads.
Along with
the disinfection of circle lenses, the cases also call for regular
disinfection. The bio-film that forms on lens cases is hazardous for eyes and
needs to be decontaminated.
Stick to Replacement Schedule
Circle
lenses come with an expiry date. Using them past their expiry put your eyes at
risk. Do remember; even FDA approved circle lenses do not guarantee risk-free
wear once they have been expired. Therefore; stick to your replacement schedule
& keep a sharp track on the expiry date.
Also Read: How
Often to Replace Contact Lenses?
Circle lens
cases also expire even though they don’t come with a written expiry date. Cases
that accommodate circle lenses should be replaced every three months. Should
you forget replacing cases, sterilize them
to minimize the chances of infections.
Avoid “Topping Off Solution”
Refrain from
topping off contact lens solution. Disinfecting solution loses its efficacy
when it is partially evaporated. Once the case is left opened the preservative
that works to kill bacteria evaporates making the solution already in your case
worthless. Therefore avoid
topping off contact lens solution to keep your circle lenses perfectly fit
for your eyes. Always soak your lenses in fresh supply of disinfectant. This
reduces the outbreak of contagious ocular diseases.
Often time
it is the careless behavior of consumers that is responsible for gross after
effects of wearing circle lenses. You can wear
circle lenses every day without fears of threatening your vision. Simply stick
to these vision friendly tips & enjoy a beautiful personality.
