Wearing Contacts After Lasik Surgery? - 6 Steps to Safely Remove Them!

Step 1

For best results, always store your contacts in fresh saline solution. Any solution left in your case should be discarded. The FDA warns against adding solution already in your case it could harbor bacteria that may transfer to your eyes resulting in an infection.

Step 2

Use Antibacterial soap which do not contain moisturizers and fragrances and hot water to wash your hands before caring for your contact lenses. Residue from moisturizers and creams in soap may transfer to the surface of the lens causing an irritation to the eyes when wearing them.

Step 3

To remove a contact lens, place your middle finger below your eye and gently pull to expose some white of the eye. This will help the lens become dislodged. Next, look up at the ceiling. Place your index finger on the middle of the lens.

Step 4

The lens will then be able to be slid down toward the white of the eye. Remove the lens from the eye with the use of your thumb and forefinger.

Step 5

Next, cup your hand and place the lens in the palm of your hand. Squirt a little saline solution on it. Then gently rub it back and forth. Now it should be clean and ready for storage. You can inspect the lens at this time for rips, tears or scratches. Should you have any problems with it, simply replace it with a new one. Otherwise, it is ready to go into fresh saline solution waiting in your case.

Step 6

The process is then repeated for the other eye. Make sure you screw on the lids on the lens caps. Position the caps in a safe place.

If you are serious about keeping your eyes in good shape. Visit an Ophthalmologist regularly. Do you know a good Ophthalmologist? If not, do your homework and some searching online to locate one near you. Don't just go to anyone. Make sure he or she is an expert in their field. I personally would feel more comfortable with a doctor who has a good deal of experience. I'm sure you would too.

Besides checking on his or her credentials and reputation, feel free to ask these questions:

* What types of surgeries or procedures do you usually perform on patients?

* What is included in your pre- and post-operative care?

* What types of vision improvements do your patients usually experience after surgery?

* How many years have you been practicing?

* Do you have certain treatments you prefer over others?

* How may I get in contact with your current or former patients who can vouch for the quality of care you provide?

At Giliberti Eye & Laser Center, Dr. Orazio L. Giliberti, is an ophthalmologist. This Center offers an array of surgical and non-surgical eye care services including contacts. To my knowledge Dr. Giliberti an eye doctor who should be able to answer the questions in a positive manner. Simply Google: lasik surgery new jersey or visit their site. Here it is if you'd like to bookmark it: http://www.laserandeye.com to learn more.

Justine Jordan