One of the most basic eye care decisions you need to make is whether you'll use eyeglasses or contact lenses for vision correction. Both are effective options with many benefits, but many patients avoid contact lenses due to mistaken impressions about how they work and potential risks from using them. Here's what you should know about these eye care myths.

The Truth Behind the Myths About Contact Lens

1. Myth: They Hurt

Contact lenses can be slightly uncomfortable in the first few days as you adjust to them, but they never cause pain. Once you're used to wearing them, you may not even feel that you have contacts on, which is why many people forget to remove them before going to bed.

2. Myth: They Damage Eyesight

When properly cared for and worn following an optometrist's instructions, contacts don’t harm your eye. It’s possible to get an eye infection if you don’t remove your lens for a prolonged period, but this is avoidable by following your provider’s eye care instructions.

3. Myth: They Are Expensive in the Long Term

Depending on your vision needs, fitted contact lenses can cost less than eyeglasses for the same prescription. Even disposable versions are no longer expensive, fitting most patients' budgets.

4. Myth: Contact Lenses Are a Recent Invention

Contacts date back to the 1940s and have a long track record of reliable performance. New materials and manufacturing techniques have made them even more affordable, accessible, and easy to use.

5. Myth: A Lens Can Get Lost Behind My Eye

Your eyeball is connected to your inner eyelids by the conjunctiva, a thin tissue membrane. This creates a barrier that your contact lenses can’t slide past, ensuring you can always remove them easily.

If you’re interested in getting a contact lens fitting or prescription, call Dr. Thomas Deluca Dr. Anthony Marciano & Associates in Prospect, CT. Serving New Haven County, they use the most recent technology combined with years of experience to provide quality, comprehensive eye care to you and your family. Visit their website to learn more about contact lenses, or call (203) 758-4447 to schedule an eye exam.