{"id":17790,"date":"2021-10-05T06:15:27","date_gmt":"2021-10-05T06:15:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/?page_id=17790"},"modified":"2021-10-05T06:17:37","modified_gmt":"2021-10-05T06:17:37","slug":"6-tips-to-insert-and-remove-your-soft-contact-lenses","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/optical\/guide-to-contact-lenses\/common-contact-lens-problems\/6-tips-to-insert-and-remove-your-soft-contact-lenses\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Inserting and Removing Soft Contact Lenses"},"content":{"rendered":"

Up to 50% of contact lens wearers give up due to difficulties removing or inserting their lenses.<\/b><\/h2>\n

Whether you are an experienced contact lens wearer or a newbie, contact lenses can be challenging to manage.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n

Here are some helpful tips to keep in mind while<\/i> inserting and removing your contact lenses<\/i><\/a>.<\/i><\/p>\n

Tips for contact lens insertion<\/b><\/h2>\n
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  1. Wash and dry your hands. <\/b>Use a non-scented, antibacterial soap to eliminate germs and bacteria that can be transferred to your contact lens. Then, using a lint-free cloth or paper towel, dry your hands thoroughly so the lens doesn’t stick to your finger.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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    1. Check your contact lens. <\/b>Make sure they\u2019re clean and free from damage or tears<\/a>\u2014 and double-check that your lens isn’t inside out. To do so, place your lens on your finger and hold it towards a light. If the edge of your lens bends outwards, it’s inside out. Some contact lenses have laser marks around their edges to make this detection easier.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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      1. Keep your eyelids apart. <\/b>Gently hold your upper eyelid open with your index or middle finger. Using your second index or middle finger, delicately pull your lower eyelid down. Avoid blinking to prevent your eyelashes from getting in the way upon insertion.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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        1. Keep both your eyes open. <\/b>Slowly slide your contact lens towards your eye while looking upwards.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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          1. Release your lower eyelid and then your upper eyelid.<\/b>Allow the lens to fall into place by closing your eyes for a few moments.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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            1. Blink gently a few times to test your focus. <\/b>Make sure that your contact lens is properly positioned on your eye by looking around your environment toward objects located in varying distances.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              SEE RELATED:<\/b> Why Are My Contact Lenses Uncomfortable?<\/a><\/p>\n

              Schedule an appointment with an eye doctor near you<\/b><\/a> to learn contact lens tips.<\/b><\/p>\n\n\t

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