If you’re considering contact lenses for the first time, you probably have a lot of questions. Making the switch from glasses to contacts can be a little intimidating, but your optician will walk you through the transition. If you are still unsure about changing corrective vision solutions, below are some answers to common questions many eye care patients ask before making the switch.

5 Questions First-Time Users Have About Contact Lenses

Are Contact Lenses Right for Me?

Modern technology has made contact lenses available to people with a wide range of vision issues, including people with astigmatism or multifocal lens needs. Gas permeable contacts are often the best choice because they provide sharp vision and comfort. Whether you want to wear your lenses all day or for just a few hours, your optician can recommend a lens to meet your needs.

Will My Contacts Be Comfortable?

Your optician will measure your eye and prescribe contact lenses that fit the shape. First-timers should transition into lens use by wearing them for just an hour or two a day at first. You’ll find over just a week or so, they will become increasingly more comfortable, and you will learn how to put them in and take them out with ease.

Do I Still Need Glasses?

Yes, you will still want to have a pair of glasses on hand for days when you don’t want to wear your lenses. Some people also decide to wear their glasses in the evening if their eyes get tired or dry.

How Long Can I Wear My Contact Lenses?

Most people can wear contacts comfortably for 10 to 12 hours a day. Any longer and you may experience eye irritation. There are extended wear lenses that can be worn for as long as 30 days without being removed, but you should only sleep in your lenses they are approved for this type of use.  

What If I Have an Active Lifestyle?

Contacts are great for people with active lifestyles. They mean no more switching between glasses and sunglasses, buying prescription sports goggles, or worrying about your glasses slipping or fogging up. Contact lenses also provide better peripheral vision, which can improve the athlete’s performance.

Contact lenses are a convenient and comfortable way to have clear vision. To discuss contacts with an optician, contact South Tulsa Optical. Their team serves the Tulsa, OK, area with high-quality, comprehensive eye care services for your whole family. Their friendly doctors and staff provide high-tech diagnostics and personalized treatment options to suit your lifestyle and your unique vision care needs. Call (918) 494-0351 to schedule your appointment or send a message online to ask a question.