Can I still wear contact lenses after they become hard?

More and more people are wearing glasses for myopia, and many adult women choose to wear contact lenses for beauty. Sometimes, due to improper care, the contact lenses will become dry and hard. If the contact lenses become hard, can they still be worn? First of all, if you want to wear contact lenses, you must understand clearly how to store contact lenses and wear them strictly according to the instructions for use of the contact lenses to avoid damage to the eyes.

1. Can contact lenses still be used after being soaked if they are dry?

1. Can I still use my contact lenses if they are dry?

It is not recommended to continue wearing contact lenses after they have dried out. This is based on two reasons. One is that the lenses of contact lenses have not been soaked in contact lens care solution for a long time, and a lot of bacteria will grow on the lenses. Another reason is that the contact lenses will be deformed after drying. Even if they are soaked in care solution, it will still affect the comfort and visual health when worn.

After you stop wearing contact lenses, the lens care solution should be replaced every 3 days to keep the lenses clean and hygienic. In addition, you should take out your contact lenses and wear them again after not wearing them for a period of time to avoid any discomfort to your eyes. If contact lenses have exceeded their expiration date, they should be discarded immediately to protect eye health.

2. Precautions for using contact lenses

Visit an ophthalmologist first: Regardless of whether you wear contact lenses or cosmetic lenses, it is recommended that you visit an ophthalmologist first to determine whether you are suitable for wearing them and the degree of their lenses. In addition, it is also recommended that contact lens wearers go to an ophthalmologist for relevant examinations every six months to one year to determine the condition of their cornea and adjust their wearing habits accordingly.

Don’t shop online casually: Experts remind that many young people often buy cosmetic contact lenses of unknown origin online in order to save money and seek convenience. There are no relevant health agencies to check, so there may be risks. It is recommended to buy well-known brands for better protection.

Do not wear them for too long every day. The length of time you wear contact lenses every day actually depends on the condition of your cornea, but it is generally not recommended to wear them for more than 12 hours a day, and 5 to 6 days a week is recommended. If you wear cosmetic contact lenses, you must be more cautious and do not wear them for more than 10 hours a day. It is best to use them every other day.

Usage habits are important: If you wear contact lenses properly, such as frequently alternating between wearing them and wearing regular glasses, and clean them correctly, they will not actually cause much damage to the cornea. However, if you develop bad usage habits, such as wearing them for a long time or not paying attention to cleaning, it may lead to severe corneal hypoxia, and you may not be able to wear contact lenses anymore.