Eye Care28 February 2025·5 min read·Wootton Clinical Team
Contact lenses offer freedom from glasses for sport, social occasions, and everyday life. If you are considering contacts for the first time, this guide covers the essentials.
Types of Contact Lenses Daily disposables: Fresh pair every day, maximum convenience and hygiene. Monthly/fortnightly: Replaced on schedule, economical for regular wearers. Toric: Correct astigmatism. Multifocal: Correct presbyopia without reading glasses.
The Fitting Process A contact lens fitting at Wootton Opticians includes assessment of corneal health, measurement of corneal curvature, trial lens fitting, vision assessment with trial lenses, and teaching insertion, removal, and care techniques.
Hygiene Essentials Always wash hands before handling lenses. Never use tap water on lenses. Replace lens cases every three months. Follow the wearing schedule prescribed by your optician. Never sleep in lenses unless specifically designed for it.
When to Remove Lenses Remove immediately if you experience pain, redness, discharge, or sudden vision changes. Seek prompt professional advice.
Book a contact lens assessment at our Northamptonshire practice. Free trial lenses available for new wearers.
Topics
- contact lenses Northampton
- first time contacts Wootton Fields
- contact lens fitting Northamptonshire
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