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The lifespan of contact lenses depends on whether you have reusable or disposable lenses
While rare, it is possible to have an allergic reaction to materials used in contact lenses or ingredients found in contact solution
Keep your eyes healthy by not sleeping in your contacts, properly caring for your lenses and wearing eye protection when necessary
While it may seem harmless, showering — or even swimming or washing your face — with contacts in can cause sensitivity to light, irritation and even an infection
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The plain answer is ‘no’ — ingredients meant to clean and disinfect your contact lenses can cause irritation, redness or dryness to your eyes
Even napping with contacts in can lead to eye infections, lens displacement and dry eyes
Both have pros and cons, but ultimately it’s a personal decision only you can make
Both procedures are about equally effective, but which is better depends on your vision needs and current conditions
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