Patients who are contact lens wearers likely have been told to avoid swimming, showering, or exposing their lenses to tap water. However, many may not understand the underlying reason for this precaution. This article will help patients understand why their eye care provider reminds them each year about this important part of their overall contact lens care.

Application and removal of contact lenses is simple to understand in these step-by-step videos. Learn how to apply and remove corneal GP, scleral, orthokeratology, and hybrid lenses.