The Pros & Cons Of Wearing Contact Lenses

Needs To Be Replaced Often

Some contact lenses can be worn for an extended period, but, as a general rule, every lens needs to be replaced often to reduce the risk of eye infection, dry eye, and other complications. Daily disposable contact lenses need to be disposed of after they are worn for a single day, and disposable lenses should be replaced every two weeks. Traditional contact lenses should be replaced every six months.

There are many signs it's time to remove and throw away contact lenses. When the lenses are not as clear as they used to be, it may indicate bacterial growth on the lenses. Eye irritation and discomfort are also signs of damage to the contacts. When they get too old, contacts can also develop bends and permanent dents that can allow bacteria and parasites into the cornea.

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Can Change Your Eye Color

Contacts don't need to change your eye color at all if they are clear, but many individuals choose tinted or color contacts to change the appearance of their eyes. A colored contact lens can change the color of your eye to blue, green, brown, or even an unnatural color, depending on what you want. Color contacts recommended by a specialist don't just enhance or change your eye color; they can still correct astigmatism, myopia, and hyperopia.

Two types of color contacts can change your eye color. An enhancement tint has a translucent but solid color designed to enhance the natural color of your eyes. This type of lens works best for individuals with lighter-colored eyes who want to make the color more intense. An opaque tint is a non-transparent tint that completely changes eye color. This type is necessary to change your eye color if you have dark-colored eyes. Opaque tints come in a variety of colors like gray, brown, amethyst, violet, green, blue, and hazel.

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