Every two years you should have a check up on your contact lenses to make sure that your vision is perfect and that your eyes are healthy. Here are some of things that are looked at on a Contact Lens Aftercare at your Optometrists.
9 May 2024
Contact lenses and glasses are durable, however, although they are sturdy, they are also fragile. A split or broken lens can be an unexpected and unsettling experience, fortunately, this only happens rarely but it's good to know what to do should it happen to you.
18 Dec 2024
Good contact lens hygiene practices are not only good for your lenses but good for your eyes too. Read our optometrists guide to best practices for great, safe, contact lens care.
16 May 2025
Whether you are fairly new to contact lenses or you have been wearing them for years, it is always worth taking a few minutes every now and then to refresh your knowledge and the best practices for safe contact lens wear. Whilst there is a lot of contact lens care information out there, our optometrist brings you the basics all in one article.
16 May 2025
Most contact lens wearers happily wear their contact lenses with no issues, however, it’s not uncommon to experience some problems, particularly if you are new to contact lens wear. Our optometrist explains some of the most common problems that contact lens wearers experience and how to deal with them.
18 Dec 2024
A contact lens wearing schedule refers to the duration a lens can be worn before needing replacement or removal, this is normally daily, two weekly, or monthly, but it can also include extended, or continual wear.
18 Dec 2024
Although water is essential for life, when it comes to our eyes, and specifically our contact lenses, tap water may pose potential risks. Find out why you are advised not to wear contact lenses while swimming, bathing, etc.
27 Jan 2025
Contact lens check-ups are an important part of successful contact lens wear, here our optometrist explains why they are so important, and why you won't want to miss your next one.
16 May 2025
Contact lens aftercare is important if you are a contact lens wearer, but taking the time to attend an optician's appointment can be time consuming and inconvenient, did you know you can now carry out your contact lens aftercare at home? Check out our optometrists' helpful guide.