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Many people wear contact lenses.  Contact lenses are a way for people who regularly wear glasses to be free and still see just as well, if not better, than with their glasses. 

Many years ago, contact lenses were hard and uncomfortable, often popping out unexpectedly and landing on the floor, much to the dismay of the wearer.  But, times have changed.  Contacts have become comfortable to wear, and available even as bifocals or for people with astigmatism. 

Contact lenses are even available in a variety of colours, for the fashion conscious who wish to have a different eye colour than they were born with.  These contacts can be made for your prescription just as regular contact lenses are. 

Contact lenses are available from your optician, or prescriptions can be ordered online saving you money. 

You should be aware of some important things about contact lens use.  Contacts need to be cleaned with a cleaning solution, and should not be worn overnight.  The eye needs oxygen, so lenses should not be kept in the eye over an entire 24 hour period.  Eyes that are deprived of oxygen for too long can get infected, and the vessels in the eye can swell for lack of oxygen.  This swelling can lead to permanent eye problems.  So, be sure to clean the lenses regularly, and let the eye rest during sleep.

Modern contact lenses are designed to act like sponges, retaining essential moisture in the eye.  You may experience dryness from staring at a computer screen, working in air conditioned places, or strain from reading.  There are many eye drop products that can help moisturize the eye while wearing contact lenses in these situations.

There are different types of contact lenses.  Extended wear lenses can be used for a long time with regular cleaning and daytime only use.  Disposable lenses are thinner and therefore more comfortable, but accumulate dirt particles quicker and tear more easily.  They are designed to last for 2 weeks or less and then be replaced with a new, clean pair.  They are cheaper than extended wear, which need to be replaced every 3-6 months.  The most recently developed lenses have very high water content, allowing for longer more comfortable wear.  Still, cleaning is essential to avoid infection.

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