• should be removed every night before going to bed. They are later discarded and replaced with a new pair (at varying intervals). Some daily wear lenses are discarded every day, while others are discarded after 1 or 2 weeks or longer. If these lenses are re-used, they must be cleaned and disinfected before being worn again.

• are worn overnight for a maximum of 6 consecutive nights and removed at the end of the week. Some extended wear lenses (disposable) are discarded when removed. Others are cleaned, disinfected, and re-used again before being replaced.

Your lens wearing and replacement schedules are critical to your eye health. But just as important is the way you care for you contact lenses. Because deposits and infectious organisms (bacteria, viruses, etc) can build up on the surface of all contact lenses, it is important to follow the lens care directions given to you by Dr. Anderson.

If you are unsure about how to properly care for your contact lenses,
ask Dr. Anderson