Important Questions to Always ask your Eye Doctor
 

Should I have a backup pair of glasses? (My answer - Always)

How often should I remove my contact lenses? My answer - same as manufacturer specifies. Daily wear lenses should be removed daily and should not be worn longer than 14 hours. Extended wear lenses should be removed at least after 7 days continuous wear (the exception is for the Focus Night & Day lens that can be worn for 30 continuous days). I tell my extended wear patients to remove their lenses at least twice a week to lower their risk of complications like eye infections and ulcers. For those that removed their extended wear lenses daily, I encourage them to wait for 1/2 hour after awaking to insert them and removed them 1/2 hour before going to bed.

How long can I wear my lenses at one time? My answer - same as manufacturer specifies) Daily wear lenses can be worn up to 14 hours, extended wear lenses can be worn up to one week, and Focus Night & Day lenses can be worn up to one month. Ask your Eye Doctor what kind of lenses you are wearing and how long you can wear them.

Can I sleep with my contacts on? My answer - if approved by the FDA & manufacturer. Ask your Eye Doctor how your lenses are approved.

How often should I change my lenses?  My answer - same as manufacturer specifies. Most disposable lenses are now 2-week lenses, however, some disposable lenses are quarterly (3 months), 1-month and single use. Conventional (non-disposable) lenses are usually rated to last a full year with normal wear and care.

How often should I have my eyes examined?  (My answer - Yearly)