Tag Archive | "contact lenses"
Tinted Contacts
Many types of tinted contact lenses are available. They can enhance and even change the color of one’s eyes for cosmetic purposes, for costumes, or provide special effects for the movie industry.
Continue reading...How to Care for Contact Lenses
Tuesday, September 19, 2006
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The key to avoiding the irritation and infection sometimes associated with contact lens wear is proper cleaning.
Continue reading...Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis (GPC)
Tuesday, September 19, 2006
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Giant papillary conjunctivitis (GPC) is an inflammation of the inner surface of the eyelids, most frequently associated with contact lens wear. It can develop in people who wear either soft or rigid gas permeable contact lenses and can occur at any time, even if an individual has successfully worn contacts for a number of years. [...]
Continue reading...Extended-Wear Contact Lenses
Tuesday, September 19, 2006
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Some people do not consider wearing contact lenses because they think the required cleaning, disinfecting, storing, and inserting are too much trouble. They may also want the option of occasionally napping or sleeping with their contacts in their eyes.
Continue reading...Contacts and Cosmetics
Tuesday, September 19, 2006
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Contact lens wearers who wear cosmetics on a daily basis may be especially vulnerable to eye problems. Misuse of products and adverse reactions to ingredients used in cosmetic formulas cause lens deposits, eye irritation, allergy, dryness, injury and infection. Knowing which products to use and how to use them is important for long-term, problem-free contact [...]
Continue reading...Contact Lenses
Tuesday, September 19, 2006
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Over 24 million people choose contact lenses to correct vision. When used with care and proper supervision, contacts are a safe and effective alternative to eyeglasses. And with today’s new lens technology, many people who wear eyeglasses can also successfully wear contacts.
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Tuesday, September 19, 2006
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