Smart Hygiene Habits to Care for Your Contact Lenses

Swimming in a pool with your contacts on or topping off your solution may seem harmless, but they could compromise your contact lenses and your vision.

Daily Habits for Optimal Contact Lens Care

Wash Your Hands Regularly

Whether you use daily or monthly contact lenses, always wash and dry your hands before handling them. Avoid scented or oily soaps, as residue can stick to the lens surface.

Clean Your Contacts Daily

Clean and disinfect your contact lenses daily, unless you use daily disposables. Speak with our team at St. Clairsville Eyecare to determine the best cleaning solution for your lenses and eyes.

Avoid Contact with Water

Tap water contains impurities and microorganisms that can cause infections. It can also cause contacts to swell and change shape. If you must swim with contacts, wear protective goggles and clean lenses with solution afterward.

Never Use Saliva

Your mouth is filled with germs that are not safe for your eyes. Never use saliva to clean or moisten your contact lenses.

Do Not Top Off Solution

Do not top off yesterday's solution in your contact lens case with fresh solution. The mixture may not contain enough disinfectant to properly clean your lenses.

Routinely Change the Contact Lens Case

It's recommended to change your contact lens case every 2-3 months, as microscopic dirt may linger and lead to contamination and eye infections.

Don't Sleep with Your Lenses On

Sleeping with contacts may cause redness, soreness, and infections. Always remove your contact lenses before sleep unless they are specialty lenses designed for overnight wear.

Get Your Annual Eye Exam

Book your yearly eye exam at St. Clairsville Eyecare in St. Clairsville, Ohio. Your vision can change, and you'll need an updated prescription when your contact lens supply runs low. Call us at (740) 695-0444.