Contact Lens Health Week With New Vision Optical Boutique

Contact Lens Health Week takes place near the end of August, but here at New Vision Optical Boutique in Wilmette, IL we see no need to wait to provide the important information the Week promotes. This Health Week is supported by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and partners like us to help prevent painful and sight-threatening conditions related to improper contact lens use. Outbreaks of sight-threatening infectious disease have been linked to problems with lens care.

Cleaning: Essential for Reusable Contacts

Reusable contact lenses keep costs down, but this comes with the catch that you have to clean them. If you don't do so every night, pathogens can grow on the lenses. These are then put directly into your eyes as soon as you insert the unclean lenses.

How to Keep Contacts Clean

The first thing to know is that there is no substitute for true contact lens cleaning solution. Proper solution sanitizes your lenses instead of just clearing away surface grime. Once you have your solution, wash your hands with lotion-free soap and dry them on a lint-free towel. Now, rub your lenses with your fingers to dislodge minerals and other debris that may be stuck to them, and rinse with fresh solution.

Different Types of Contacts

Several types of contact lenses are available, including ones that don't need any cleaning. Disposable contact lenses, in particular, are made to be thrown away after their usage period is up. Non-disposable ones, on the other hand, do require ongoing care regardless of wear times.

Why Contacts are a Great Alternative to Eyeglasses

Contact lenses offer several things their fans enjoy. They are typically invisible when worn, can sometimes take care of conditions that eyeglasses cannot, and even can come with cosmetic features.

Schedule a Contact Lens Exam With New Vision Optical Boutique in Wilmette, IL Today!

To learn all about how to properly use contact lenses, and to schedule an exam to be fitted for some of your own, just call us here at New Vision Optical Boutique in Wilmette, IL by calling us at 847-251-3330. We'll be glad to get you started!