Who they help
Contact lenses correct short sight, long sight and astigmatism (when the front of the eye is shaped more like an egg than a ball). Some people prefer them for sports or looks. Others, with a very uneven cornea (the clear front window of the eye), see better with a special lens than with glasses.
Soft and scleral lenses
Soft lenses are the usual choice. Scleral lenses are larger. They rest on the white of the eye and vault over the cornea, with a layer of fluid under them. They can help when the cornea is irregular or very dry. Dr. Kumar will tell you what is right for you.
What to expect at the clinic
Dr. Kumar checks your eyes, measures your cornea and your sight, and talks about how you will use the lenses. You learn to put them in, take them out and clean them. A follow-up checks that your eyes are comfortable.
Care rules that protect your eyes
- Wash and dry your hands before touching lenses.
- Never sleep in lenses unless the doctor says that type is safe for it.
- Never rinse lenses with tap water, and do not swim or shower in them.
- Replace lenses and cases on schedule.
Risks and warning signs
- Common: dryness and mild irritation, especially late in the day.
- Serious but less common: infection of the cornea (keratitis), which can harm sight. Poor hygiene and overwearing raise the risk.
- Call us at once if: your eye is red and painful, vision drops, light hurts, or there is discharge. Take the lens out and do not put it back in.