Coloured contacts are small shaped contact lenses with a colored tint that is applied directly onto the front surface of the eye. These contact lenses are used as a fashion accessory. These contact lenses are available in many color shades and you can pick a few of different colors to wear to the next club meeting or picnic.
A contact lens prescription is used to correct optical defects such as short sightedness, long sightedness, astigmatism etc. Sometimes contacts are fitted to correct distortions of vision caused by an irregular cornea. If you are new to using contacts, you will like coloured contacts and the impact they have on the way others behave toward your new appearance.
An eye test is designed to assess an individual’s level of vision and need for correction. A contact may be prescribed by an optometrist or an ophthalmologist. The newer a lens is and the less it is handled, the lower the risk of infection and the quality of image is also improved.
Soft contact lenses that can be disposed daily or may be replaced daily, weekly or monthly have been available on the market for the past couple of years. Rigid lenses generally require replacement only annually. Unless you use daily disposable lenses, you have to establish a routine for contact lens care. A change in contact lenses is necessary if the lens may be scratched or has deposits on it.
Your eye health should be regularly checked. The coloured contacts should be cleaned using recommended solutions. This is necessary to ensure that the color tint remains stable for a long time. Coloured contacts are not suitable for small children as a high level of care is needed to keep the lenses clean and safe.
The contacts should not be rinsed in tap water as it may promote eye infections. Environmental factors such as dry air or smoke may cause discomfort to a contact user from time to time. It is always better to keep a spare pair of lenses available for replacement in case of loss or damage. An alternative is to carry your glasses with you for replacement in case of an emergency.
Make sure that the contact lens is comfortable and stable but not so tight so that it restricts tear flow underneath the contacts. As a follow up care the eye doctor may advise you to reduce the amount of time you wear lenses or change to a different lens material if necessary.
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- Carolyn Thompson