5 Surprising Truths About Contact Lenses

Are you considering switching from eyeglasses to contact lenses? Here are five common contact lens myths debunked and how our contact lens fittings can ensure our Calgary eye doctors find the right type of lens for you.

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Good and clear vision is essential for performing day-to-day activities and it contributes to your well-being and independence, no matter your age. For those with imperfect but correctable vision, contact lenses provide many benefits. 

These include: 

• Maintenance of a natural appearance 
• Better sports performance 
• Increased self confidence 
• Greater eye comfort and wider visual access compared to eyeglasses 
• Improved viewing ease 

Our Calgary Eye Doctors in Market Mall Provide Comprehensive Contact Lens Fittings 

At our Calgary eye clinic in Market Mall, our eye doctors provide comprehensive contact lens fittings to check the health of your eyes and determine which contact lenses are best suited for your particular needs. 

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CONTACT LENS FITTINGS IN CALGARY 

5 Contact Lens Myths Debunked: What You Need to Know 

Contact lenses are one of the most convenient ways to correct vision. Unfortunately, many people are hesitant to switch to lenses from their eyeglasses, due to the myths surrounding contact lenses. 

If you are on the fence about wearing contact lenses, here is the truth behind five of the most common contact lens myths: 

1. I Won’t Be Able to Put a Contact Lens in My Eye 

While it does take time and some practice to get used to contact lenses, it won’t take you long to get the hang of it! Our eye doctors at Market Mall are able to conduct a comprehensive contact lens fitting, during which, we will: 

• Show you how to put in and take out your lenses 
• Go over any dos and don’ts of contact lens wear
• Provide a trial pair to ensure you are comfortable with your lens choice
• Answer any concerns you may have about contact lens wear 

At our Calgary eye clinic, our patients’ comfort is our number one priority! We will always ensure you are completely confident with your choice and encourage our contact lens patients to schedule regular eye exams to ensure your vision always remains clear and comfortable. 

5 REASONS TO SCHEDULE A CONTACT LENS FITTING

 

2. Contact Lenses Require Too Much Maintenance

Contrary to popular belief, contact lenses are very easy to take care of. Our Calgary optometrists are able to provide you with a one bottle contact lens care system that makes cleaning and disinfecting your lenses easy! 

Alternatively, you can opt for daily disposables or 30-day extended wear contact lenses, which require less management. During your fitting, our eye doctors will take into consideration your lifestyle to help you find the most suitable type of lens. 

HOW TO WEAR AND CARE FOR YOUR CONTACT LENSES 

 

3. Young Patients Can’t Wear Contact Lenses 

In truth, there is no ‘official’ age you can start wearing contact lenses. The key aspect is whether your eye doctor believes the patient is mature and responsible enough to wear lenses safely. 

Is your child considering switching to contact lenses? During a fitting, our eye doctors can walk you through the contact lens process and help determine whether or not your child is ready to wear contact lenses. 

IS MY CHILD READY FOR CONTACT LENSES? 

 

4. Contact Lenses Can Be Dangerous For My Eye Health 

It’s true that wearing contact lenses may increase your risk of developing eye infections or other problems. However, if you follow the clean and care instructions given by your optometrist during the fitting, then wearing contact lenses is very safe. 

Some of the things you should NEVER do with your contact lenses include: 

• Handle them without washing your hands 
• Reuse old or expired contact lenses 
• Sleep in your lenses 
• Reuse old cleaning solution 
• Use saliva to wet or clean your lens 
• Use tap water to rinse or soak your lenses 

THE IMPORTANCE OF REPLACING YOUR CONTACT LENSES ON TIME

 

5. I Can’t Wear Contact Lenses Because of My Prescription or Eye Condition

Almost anyone who wears eyeglasses can wear contact lenses. Our eye doctors at our clinic in Market Mall offer a range of contact lenses including varifocal and bifocal lenses. Whatever your prescription is, we can find a contact lens for you! 

Dry Eyes and Contact Lenses 

Dry eyes are one of the main reasons people avoid or give up wearing contact lenses. But this doesn’t have to be the case for you! Our eye doctors can recommend eye drops and lifestyle changes to help you keep your vision clear. 

DRY EYES AND CONTACT LENSES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

 

Ready to Wear Contact Lenses? Contact Us 

We are happy to announce that our Calgary eye clinic in Market Mall is now open and our eye doctors are happy to be serving you once again! We are currently rescheduling patients on a priority basis and are taking all necessary safety and infection controls to keep our patients, staff, and community safe. 

If you have any questions about contact lenses, or if you have an eye emergency or require an eye exam, contact us at 403-286-4884 or fill in our online contact form.