Wearing Contacts with Dry Eye Syndrome

Dry eye syndrome is a common eye condition that affects many people who visit Chico Vision Care Optometry in Chico, CA. Dry eye makes it more difficult to wear contact lenses. This condition is caused by inadequate tear production or low-quality tears, resulting in dry, irritated, and itchy eyes.

Wearing contacts with dry eye is a challenge, as the contacts may cause further irritation, making it difficult to wear them comfortably. However, wearing contacts with dry eye syndrome is possible with the right precautions. do.

Wearing Contacts with Dry Eye

The first step to wearing contacts with dry eye is to make sure you use the proper contacts recommended by our optometrist. Contacts for dry eyes are specifically designed to be comfortable and to help retain moisture.

Selecting Contacts

Our optometrist usually recommends soft contacts as they are more comfortable than hard contacts. It is also important to use a contact lens solution specifically designed for dry eyes, which is formulated to help retain moisture and provide additional comfort.

Proper Fit

Another consideration about wearing contacts is to ensure that your contacts fit properly. Have your eyes examined by our optometrist to ensure you have the right contact lenses.

Cleaning

Once you have the right contacts, it is important to follow a few steps to ensure that your contacts stay comfortable and your eyes remain healthy. You will want to use a contact lens cleaning solution specifically designed for dry eyes. This will help keep the contacts clean and free of debris. Additionally, make sure you are changing your contacts regularly, as this helps to reduce the buildup of bacteria and debris, which may cause further irritation.

Getting Contact Lenses at Chico Vision Care Optometry in Chico, CA

Call Chico Vision Care today at (530) 342-9644 for more information or to schedule an appointment with our eye doctor.