Welcome to our hot topics page! Here we will keep you informed on important things to know as a part of the contact lens community. Feel free to submit any ideas for things you want us to discuss to help us in your contact lens journey!
Reviewing Proper Cleaning and Hygiene for Contact Lenses
Whether you are a soft lens or specialty contact lens wearer, it is important to always maintain proper contact lens hygiene to reduce your risk of infection.
The Overwhelming Choice of Artificial Tears and Contact Lenses
Can I use artificial tears while wearing my contact lenses? The answer is – it depends on which artificial tears you are using.
Five Things to Know about Keratoconus
1. Your Sleeping Position Matters
While someone has likely told you to stop rubbing your eyes, they may not have mentioned to stop sleeping with anything (pillow, blanket, or hand) pushed up against your eyes at night.
Four Things You May Not Know About Specialty Contact Lenses for Keratoconus, Dry Eye, and Corneal Scarring
You have options! Specialty contact lens practitioners use your ocular history and your vision goals to help you decide which contact lens is right for you.
I Wear Soft Lenses and I Can’t Read Anymore…Help!
If you have been wearing soft contact lenses for many years, you are likely used to applying your contact lenses without a second thought and seeing clearly all day.
Breaking it Down: A Quick Overview of Contact Lens Options
From soft contact lenses to custom soft contact lenses to gas permeable contact lenses, you have options!
Hot Topics Editors: Dr. Marin Nagelberg and Dr. Helene Pippin