14 May 2024
Although a contact lens can get trapped under the upper or lower eyelid, it's physically impossible for a contact lens to get "lost" in, or behind a person's eye. The reason this is impossible has to do with a thin lining known as the conjunctiva. Read on to discover our optometrists guide on how to locate and retrieve a contact lens from under your eyelid.
14 May 2024
Every contact lens wearer is advised not to sleep in their contact lenses, but what about an afternoon nap or a quick snooze on that long haul flight?
There is no getting away from it, sleeping and napping in your contact lenses is not good for your eyes.If you are someone who takes naps or needs to sleep in their lenses, you'll want to explore the options to do this safely.
14 May 2024
As a contact lens wearer you will have been advised not to wear your lenses while swimming, using a hot tub, or Jacuzzi.
But have you ever asked yourself why? It's more than just a simple case of not getting your contact lenses wet. Here, our optometrist explains why contact lenses and water don't mix.
Ever wondered why all baby's eyes are blue, how fast do we blink, or what percentage of coloured blind people are male? Thought so.
Here we have explained 24 interesting facts relating to the eyes, great for those wanting to up their general knowledge for the pub quiz.One question that often comes up when trying to decide between contact lenses and eyeglasses is the cost.
Many people wonder if contacts lenses cost less over time than conventional prescription glasses, the answer is somewhat complex and depends on your specific circumstances.Here we compare the cost of glasses verses contact lenses and what else you might want to consider before making your choice.Seasonal allergic conjunctivitis, commonly referred to as hay fever, is caused by air-born pollen particles released by trees, grasses, and weeds during specific times of the year.
It generally peaks in the spring months and again in the late summer months if ragweed pollen induced.
Discover which pollen's to avoid and when, plus find out how you can help relieve symptoms.Presbyopia is an eye condition that makes it harder to focus on objects close to you. This usually happens within a few years of your fortieth birthday, but can happen at any point in your life.
Presbyopia is also known as age-related farsightedness or long-sightedness. Objects that are far away are easier to focus on, but objects closer to your eyes may become blurry or smeary.Here we explain what presbyopia is, what causes it, and what treatments are available.