Contact Lens Wearing Guide

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For the complete document, including the special instructions and things to keep in mind (found below), see this online document. Because contacts are not for everyone and because contacts require focused care and discipline to protect your eyes a...

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"Doc, are carrots good for my eyes?" And other info about nutrition

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Not surprisingly, what we eat and put in our bodies can have a major impact on the health of our bodies. While we will all eventually get cataracts if we live long enough, research has shown that certain nutrients can delay their development and p...

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Contact Lens Do's and Don't's

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Things to Do Always thoroughly wash (to remove bacteria) and thoroughly rinse (to remove oils, soaps, etc) your hands before handling lenses Avoid the use of soaps that contain perfumes, cold cream lotion, or oily cosmetics before handling your l...

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Why we all need UV protection

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UV radiation is harmful to eyes. Overexposure to UV can have short-term effects and long-term effects like acceleration of cataracts, and an increased risk of retinal damage. In addition, the skin of the lids – particularly the lower lids and the ...

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