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How to choose contact lenses: MNTK “Eye Microsurgery”
People with vision problems increasingly prefer laser correction. But in the case when the correction cannot be done for a number of reasons, contact lenses can be an excellent way out. Of course, they are comfortable and practical, the lenses do not get lost, do not fog up, do not break, do not fall from the nose and are practically not felt. Accordingly, they do not interfere with an active lifestyle. They are invisible to others and do not change the appearance of the eye. In addition, contact lenses can change the color of your eyes.
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What are the contraindications?
The choice of contact lenses must be taken seriously. If you decide to wear contact lenses, you should consult an ophthalmologist or optometrist, as the choice of lenses depends on the degree of visual impairment, age, health status and other factors. There are also a number of contraindications for wearing contact lenses: inflammatory processes in the eyes, diseases of the lacrimal apparatus, glaucoma, allergic reactions – if one of these diseases is detected, wearing contact lenses is prohibited!
In our branch, the process of fitting contact lenses usually takes about an hour. First, we select the lens material. All contact lenses can be divided into two large groups – soft and hard. Rigid lenses are only worn to correct vision in severe cases. About 90% of people choose soft lenses, which are hydrogel and silicone hydrogel. Silicone hydrogel lenses are more gas permeable, therefore preferable for the eyes. It is important that the material does not cause you an allergic reaction. Also, when choosing, we take into account your individual characteristics: the shape and structure of the eye itself. Only a combination of these factors can guarantee you comfortable lens wear.
You can find the cost of the service for the selection of contact lenses on the website of the MNTK “Eye Microsurgery” them. Academician S. N. Fedorov. If contact lenses do not suit you, you can use the laser vision correction service. And remember that in order to maintain good vision, it is necessary to be checked annually by specialists.
Before switching to contact lenses, you should immediately decide on the mode of wearing them and the frequency of replacement. Today there are daytime, extended-release lenses with which you can walk for a week, flexible lenses are usually worn for 1-2 days, and there are also lenses of continuous wear. They can be left on for a month. Daily lenses are maintenance-free and do not require special containers as they can only be used for 24 hours and then discarded. By the way, wearing disposable lenses protects your eyes from various infections! Reusable lenses that need to be changed every month (or every three months, depending on the type) are a bit tricky. They need to be removed at night and stored in special containers with solutions. Accordingly, you should always have a liquid and a storage container. But doctors say that it even disciplines the patient, teaches him to take responsibility.
So that the process of changing lenses does not take much of your time and does not require additional consultation with a specialist, we advise you to remember the power of diopters (D), the base curvature of the cornea (BC) and the diameter of the contact lens (DIA). This information can be easily found on the packaging, which, in addition to the basic characteristics of the lens, contains information about the expiration date of the lens (the number next to the hourglass) and the degree of UV protection (“sun”). The expiration date is only valid for unopened lenses. Opened lenses should be stored in sterile solution. In no case should the lenses be overhauled, this is fraught with inflammation of the cornea of the eye (keratitis).
When the patient is finally determined with the choice, we offer trial “lenses” that must be worn for 15-20 minutes to detect allergic reactions or possible discomfort.
You can find the cost of the contact lens fitting service on the website MNTK “Eye Microsurgery” them. Academician S. N. Fedorov. If contact lenses do not suit you, you can use the service … And remember that in order to maintain good vision, it is necessary to be checked annually by specialists.
Makeup can be used when wearing contact lenses. True, you need to remember the basic rules: first put on the lenses, and then apply makeup, and at the end of the day, on the contrary, first remove the lenses, and then remove the makeup. Close your eyes when using hairspray and similar aerosols. Also, when wearing lenses, it is not recommended to use loose shadows and use eyeliner on the inner contour of the eyes.
Tambov branch of the IRTC “Eye Microsurgery” them. Academician S. N. Fedorov