Are you learning how to put on contact lenses? Contact lenses are great at improving vision but can also make your eyes uncomfortable and puts them at risk of infection, so knowing how to wear contact lenses is very important.
People often have difficulty putting in contacts for the first time, so this video will help walk you through the right steps. If you continue to have trouble with your contacts be sure to contact your local eye doctor right away.
See the video below for a complete tutorial on how to put in contacts.
Please note, that for the best success with contacts, It is to your advantage to first go through a contact lens fitting class at either your local eye clinic or optical for professional guidance.
How to Put in Contacts
For the best success with contacts, It is to your advantage to first go through a contact lens fitting class at either your local eye clinic or optical for professional guidance.
1. Wash your hands
2. Dry your hands with a lint free cloth
3. Remove lens from packing
4. Inspect the contact lens for defects
5. Check that the lens is not inside out
6. Use fingers to control eyelids to prevent blinking
7. Gently place lens onto the eye
8. Blink a few times and allow the lens to settle.
Additional Tips
-It is best to have short fingernails as it will make the removal process easier. Long fingernails puts you at higher risk of a corneal abrasion.
-It is also best to remove make up before putting in or taking out contacts as the makeup can stick to the lenses (hard to remove)
IMPORTANT: If you ever have a red eye, a painful eye, you think you scratched your eye or experiencing vision loss related to your contacts…REMOVE THE LENSES & call your local eye doctor ASAP.
Disclaimer: This information is not meant for medical diagnosis or treatment. You should follow up with your local healthcare provider regarding all matters related to your health.