The 8 Things You Should Think About When Getting Prescription Colored Contacts
1. When deciding to get prescription colored contact lenses, always choose a reputable optician to get your eyes tested first. It’s recommended that you get an eye test at least every two years – this is even more important when you have a prescription, so the optician can keep an eye on any changes that may be occurring in the eyes. Always have a test before you change contacts lenses so they can measure the eye and the strength of prescription needed.
2. Make sure you do your research on colored contact lenses before your appointment. Your eye care professional, based upon the results of your eye exam and the health of your eyes, will be able to make recommendations to you. When you know what you’re looking for and have done the research, you’re more likely to make an informed decision and not feel pushed into one lens over another. At the same time, you can ask specific questions of your eye care professional concerning the care and storage of the lenses you’ve chosen.
3. Always purchase your lenses through a reputable source that carries name brands and products from major manufacturers. Don’t give into the temptation to save money by going with an off brand. These lenses may not have adequately tested or manufactured with quality controls and inspections. If the lenses you’ve purchased do not correct your vision properly or if they damage your eyes, they’re not a bargain. Purchasing colored contact lenses is not a time to buy on price rather than quality.
4. Get a good fit. In order to get a good fit with your colored contact lenses, you must have a correct prescription. If the prescription is written properly, the lenses will fit properly, be comfortable, correct your vision adequately and have a minimum break in time. Your optician will not be offended if you ask to confirm the prescription.
5. Have fun choosing the color of lenses that you want to try. Some colors will merely enhance the natural color of your eyes. Others can change your eye color entirely. You can even decide you want your eyes to each have a different color. Your optician will let you know what options are available to you.
6. Before you leave the optician’s office, make sure you understand how to take care of your new lenses. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. If you don’t understand a procedure, ask for a demonstration. Check with your eye care professional for brands of solutions for cleaning and storing your new contacts. Using a good solutions properly are necessary to avoid damage to your eyes or to your lenses.
7. Follow any procedures that your eye care professional has given you. Make sure you remove your contacts before going to sleep to avoid damage to your eyes or infections. Find out if your eye care professional wants you to change off between colored contacts and clear contacts.
8. Remember that your new prescription colored contact can cause some irritation at first. If you feel that the irritation has gone on too long, consult your optician. Once you are used to your new contacts, you’ll find that your vision is corrected and you have a great fashion accessory as well.