PureVision as Your First Contact Lenses

BettyBoop · #1 (**permalink**) 06-12-2008, 11:52 AM

Is there anyone out there in forum-land that wore PureVision contact lenses as the very first contacts they'd ever tried?

rsaltus · #2 (**permalink**) 09-09-2008, 10:30 AM

Yes. I switched from RGPs to PureVision about three months ago. In general they're great - very comfortable and excellent vision (I have monovision.) BUT I have had a LOT of trouble with stinging and burning, as I posted yesterday in general contact lens care. I've tried several solutions, some of which seemed to help for awhile, but the problem always returns. Some days, no problem; some days, stings when first putting them in but OK later; most days, by the end of the afternoon I have to take them out.
From everything I've read, it sounds more like dry eyes than any allergy to solutions. But using eye drops doesn't help that much - even if they temporarily ease the burning, it comes back soon.
That's my experience...

BettyBoop · #3 (**permalink**) 09-09-2008, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by rsaltus

Yes. I switched from RGPs to PureVision about three months ago. In general they're great - very comfortable and excellent vision (I have monovision.) . . .

Hi rsaltus.

You said you have monovision. Does that mean you wear a Purevision contact lens in only one eye or both?

rsaltus · #4 (**permalink**) 09-09-2008, 04:01 PM

Monovision means for me that my right lens is corrected for distance and the left for reading. Works great!
Except when my eyes burn too much to wear them!!

sexynerd · #5 (**permalink**) 09-09-2008, 04:06 PM

Pardon me for interrupting, but I've got a question for rsaltus.

So you have Purevision monovision, left eye for reading, and right eye for distance. Do you wear the same brand in both eyes? I used to think that you had to with monovision, then I found out otherwise.

rsaltus · #6 (**permalink**) 09-10-2008, 01:58 PM

It never occurred to me to use different brands for each eye! Remember, I'm a newbie to soft contacts and am sticking with the basics for now....

rsaltus · #7 (**permalink**) 09-10-2008, 01:59 PM

PS - have you had any of the burning, stinging, drye-eye symptoms I have intermittently with my Purevisions? Any suggestions?

Cheezhed · #8 (**permalink**) 09-10-2008, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by rsaltus

PS - have you had any of the burning, stinging, drye-eye symptoms I have intermittently with my Purevisions? Any suggestions?

Hi everybody. Cheezhed here.

I'm afraid I don't have any personal experience with Prevision contacts, all I can tell you is that what you're describing sounds like "growing pains." It's just something you have to live with when you get new contacts.

Still, if I were you, I'd check with my eye care professional just to make sure it isn't anything more serious than that.

Keep us posted on your progress, okay?

rsaltus · #9 (**permalink**) 09-11-2008, 11:05 AM

Thanks, Cheezhed - My optom and ophthal both say I should just keep trying different solutions (and possibly different lenses); they say there's nothing serious going on. I think it's probably just dry eye from getting older - grrrrr!!! - and using some drugs that can be drying. I'm going to work on hydrating and blinking more - seems to help.
thanks
richard

okoboji · #10 (**permalink**) 12-05-2008, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by BettyBoop

Is there anyone out there in forum-land that wore PureVision contact lenses as the very first contacts they'd ever tried?

Hi, I am wearing PureVision MultiLevel for the first time. I have the 30 day ones, and have had really good luck. So much so that I have gone past the 30 days without any problems, anyone else doing that?
Thanks.
Oko

debj · #11 (**permalink**) 02-09-2009, 07:50 PM

I'm also new to contact lens. Trying Purevision Multifocal, having a little difficulty with comfort in left eye. Worst problem is driving - day barely because of some blurriness. Night vision is starbursts so cannot wear contacts, using bifocals. Going back to doctor tomorrow to try other solutions. Did anyone have the same problem with night vision?

BettyBoop · #12 (**permalink**) 05-21-2009, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by okoboji

Hi, I am wearing PureVision MultiLevel for the first time. I have the 30 day ones, and have had really good luck. So much so that I have gone past the 30 days without any problems, anyone else doing that?
Thanks.
Oko

Okay, I hope enough time has passed since you posted this that you have learned that you should never over wear your contacts. If your eye doctor tells you to wear the contacts for thirty days, don't go beyond that. He or she knows what they're doing (hopefully), so trust their experience and training.

Lynda Baldelli · #13 (**permalink**) 07-24-2009, 05:35 PM

I found that Purevision was not as good as the Soflens for starbursts initially. But I continued wearing them and they are better. I have now been wearing my purevision 24/7 (sleeping in them) and find I need to put eye drops in when I wake up, but apart from that, they are great. I too, had problems with stinging eyes - but now I just simply don't take them out as often!

I NEVER go past the prescribed wear times ie 2 weeks for 24/7 or 1 month for daily use. Although my friend does - I just won't risk it.

K-9 · #14 (**permalink**) 07-27-2009, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by rsaltus

Thanks, Cheezhed - My optom and ophthal both say I should just keep trying different solutions (and possibly different lenses); they say there's nothing serious going on. I think it's probably just dry eye from getting older - grrrrr!!! - and using some drugs that can be drying. I'm going to work on hydrating and blinking more - seems to help.
thanks
richard

It's been almost a year since you posted this, Richard. How's it going?

BettyBoop · #15 (**permalink**) 11-11-2009, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Lynda Baldelli

I NEVER go past the prescribed wear times ie 2 weeks for 24/7 or 1 month for daily use. Although my friend does - I just won't risk it.

Good for you, Lynda. Have you been a positive influence on your friend in this regard? I'm sure you are in other ways.

BettyBoop · #16 (**permalink**) 11-23-2009, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Lynda Baldelli

I found that Purevision was not as good as the Soflens for starbursts initially. But I continued wearing them and they are better.

Hi Lynda. You mentioned starburst with your contact lenses. Do you or anyone else know what causes this effect with contact lenses?

sexynerd · #17 (**permalink**) 01-19-2010, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by rsaltus

Thanks, Cheezhed - My optom and ophthal both say I should just keep trying different solutions (and possibly different lenses); they say there's nothing serious going on. I think it's probably just dry eye from getting older - grrrrr!!! - and using some drugs that can be drying. I'm going to work on hydrating and blinking more - seems to help.
thanks
richard

It's been a while since we've heard from you Richard. How are things going with your contact lenses? Do you still have the pain you described earlier?

K-9 · #18 (**permalink**) 02-04-2010, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Lynda Baldelli

I NEVER go past the prescribed wear times ie 2 weeks for 24/7 or 1 month for daily use. Although my friend does - I just won't risk it.

Have you been able to convince your friend not to over-wear his or her contacts? That could be very dangerous you know. You may want to show your friend some pictures of some nasty eye infections. Here's a picture of someone with a very red eye from a contact lens infection.

sexynerd · #19 (**permalink**) 03-22-2010, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by K-9

It's been almost a year since you posted this, Richard. How's it going?

Yeah K-9. I guess Richard doesn't love us any more.

Cheezhed · #20 (**permalink**) 03-23-2010, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by BettyBoop

Hi Lynda. You mentioned starburst with your contact lenses. Do you or anyone else know what causes this effect with contact lenses?

I did a search for this so-called "star burst" effect, and I found my answer in an unexpected place. A photography site. Here's what it said:

"To create the sharp starburst effects on the bridge lights, [the photographer] shrunk his aperture down to f/14 which diffracts the light. The smaller the aperture (at f/12 or smaller), the more pronounced the starburst effect (also called a sunburst) will be."

This tells me that if you're getting the star burst look with your PureVision contact lenses, then perhaps the pupil opening is too small.

BettyBoop · #21 (**permalink**) 03-30-2010, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Cheezhed

I did a search for this so-called "star burst" effect, and I found my answer in an unexpected place. A photography site. Here's what it said:

"To create the sharp starburst effects on the bridge lights, [the photographer] shrunk his aperture down to f/14 which diffracts the light. The smaller the aperture (at f/12 or smaller), the more pronounced the starburst effect (also called a sunburst) will be."

This tells me that if you're getting the star burst look with your PureVision contact lenses, then perhaps the pupil opening is too small.

Interesting theory, Cheezhead. Just one more question. Do clear lenses like Purevision have a pupil hole, as such?

mgash · #22 (**permalink**) 06-23-2010, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by debj

I'm also new to contact lens. Trying Purevision Multifocal, having a little difficulty with comfort in left eye. Worst problem is driving - day barely because of some blurriness. Night vision is starbursts so cannot wear contacts, using bifocals. Going back to doctor tomorrow to try other solutions. Did anyone have the same problem with night vision?

Tried Purevision Multifocal, and had great vision from 18 in. to 300 ft. Not good for driving, couldn't read signs. They were comfortable, but when I slept in them one night, I irritated my eye so much that I tore the cornea. Haven't warn any Multifocals or gone back to Purvision. I am thinking of it, since they were very comfortable as not extended lenses.

Uhura · #23 (**permalink**) 06-25-2010, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by rsaltus

It never occurred to me to use different brands for each eye! Remember, I'm a newbie to soft contacts and am sticking with the basics for now....

As long as it works for you, why not stick with the basics? It sounds like a good plan to me.

crosswire · #24 (**permalink**) 07-24-2010, 04:08 AM

So i am planning to switch to contacts permanently from spectacles. Is purevision recommended for first time users or any other you would recommend? And also i am a bit scared on wearing contacts, so any suggestions?

Knotlob · #25 (**permalink**) 07-24-2010, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by crosswire

So i am planning to switch to contacts permanently from spectacles. Is purevision recommended for first time users or any other you would recommend? And also i am a bit scared on wearing contacts, so any suggestions?

Hello crosswire and welcome to the forum.

Pure vision lenses are an earlier generation silicone hydrogel so quite oxygen permeable. There are also other materials, which are higher in Dk oxygen permeability.

I suggest you follow the suggestions of your eye care specialist when you get your lenses fitted. I would insist on a modern silicone hydrogel lens rather than an older lower oxygen permeable lens. Many opticians favour daily disposable lenses, but with the exception of the new Johnson & Johnson Acuvue 1 day TruEye, these lenses are usually not silicone hydrogel.

Soft lenses are relatively easy to get used to - just there is a natural reflex against putting anything in your eye - but that is quite quickly overcome and after a few minutes you probably will forget you have the lenses in. Taking them out is also easily learnt - your eye care specialist should give you some basic training in that and how to look after/clean/sterilise the lenses.

Good luck

knotlob

crosswire · #26 (**permalink**) 07-25-2010, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Knotlob

Hello crosswire and welcome to the forum.

Pure vision lenses are an earlier generation silicone hydrogel so quite oxygen permeable. There are also other materials, which are higher in Dk oxygen permeability.

I suggest you follow the suggestions of your eye care specialist when you get your lenses fitted. I would insist on a modern silicone hydrogel lens rather than an older lower oxygen permeable lens. Many opticians favour daily disposable lenses, but with the exception of the new Johnson & Johnson Acuvue 1 day TruEye, these lenses are usually not silicone hydrogel.

Soft lenses are relatively easy to get used to - just there is a natural reflex against putting anything in your eye - but that is quite quickly overcome and after a few minutes you probably will forget you have the lenses in. Taking them out is also easily learnt - your eye care specialist should give you some basic training in that and how to look after/clean/sterilise the lenses.

Good luck

knotlob

Thanks a lot for your advice.
I consulted my eye care specialist and he recommended me to wear this. I actually thought of buying acuvue oasys but its a bit costly considering its bi-weekly. So is oasys better than purevision and how?

Knotlob · #27 (**permalink**) 07-25-2010, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by crosswire

Thanks a lot for your advice.
I consulted my eye care specialist and he recommended me to wear this. I actually thought of buying acuvue oasys but its a bit costly considering its bi-weekly. So is oasys better than purevision and how?

Hello crosswire

The Johnson & Johnson Acuvue Oasys are made of senofilcon A and this has a Dk (oxygen permeability) of 103 units.

The Bausch & Lomb PureVision lenses are made of balafilcon A with a Dk value of 91. i.e. the Oasys lenses are slightly more oxygen permeable. Pure Vision are Monthly disposables, Oasys are 1-2 week disposable.

Opticians always push me towards Daily Disposable lenses, but personally, I think they are extravagant and unnecessarily expensive, plus, until Acuvue 1 Day TruEye lenses came on the market, Daily Disposable lenses were made of lower Dk value materials.

I used to wear annual lenses/vial lenses but switched to Monthly (after declining the optician's kind suggestion of Daily Disposables). For me there is little problem of protein build up on the lenses, but if this is a problem for you then a 1-2 week or Daily Disposable will be better.

Personally, I was wearing Biofinity Lenses by CooperVision (Dk 128) and was very happy with them, but I later switched to a RGP lens to correct some mild astigmatism I have in both eyes.

So, to answer your question, the monthly PureVision or the Biofinity would probably be fine and overall cheaper than the Oasys lenses if you don't have any problems cleaning your lenses or with protein deposits.

knotlob

crosswire · #28 (**permalink**) 07-25-2010, 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Knotlob

Hello crosswire

The Johnson & Johnson Acuvue Oasys are made of senofilcon A and this has a Dk (oxygen permeability) of 103 units.

The Bausch & Lomb PureVision lenses are made of balafilcon A with a Dk value of 91. i.e. the Oasys lenses are slightly more oxygen permeable. Pure Vision are Monthly disposables, Oasys are 1-2 week disposable.

Opticians always push me towards Daily Disposable lenses, but personally, I think they are extravagant and unnecessarily expensive, plus, until Acuvue 1 Day TruEye lenses came on the market, Daily Disposable lenses were made of lower Dk value materials.

I used to wear annual lenses/vial lenses but switched to Monthly (after declining the optician's kind suggestion of Daily Disposables). For me there is little problem of protein build up on the lenses, but if this is a problem for you then a 1-2 week or Daily Disposable will be better.

Personally, I was wearing Biofinity Lenses by CooperVision (Dk 128) and was very happy with them, but I later switched to a RGP lens to correct some mild astigmatism I have in both eyes.

So, to answer your question, the monthly PureVision or the Biofinity would probably be fine and overall cheaper than the Oasys lenses if you don't have any problems cleaning your lenses or with protein deposits.

knotlob

Thanks a lot for showing a lot of patience and explaining in detail. Really appreciate it.
Can the protein build up on the lens be cleaned and would it cause infection if worn with it?

Knotlob · #29 (**permalink**) 07-25-2010, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by crosswire

Thanks a lot for showing a lot of patience and explaining in detail. Really appreciate it.
Can the protein build up on the lens be cleaned and would it cause infection if worn with it?

Hello Crosswire

Modern silicone hydrogel lenses are reckoned to be less prone to protein build up than their hydrogel predecessors. Protein build up varies from individual to individual's tear chemistry.

Daily disinfection and cleaning with a hydrogen peroxide system is pretty good for keeping the lenses clean. I used to rub the lenses gently with my finger in the palm of my hand with the peroxide before I left them overnight to disinfect.

There are enzyme tablets available, which you can use weekly, to remove any protein deposits. However, when I wore yearly/vial lenses, I didn't find the enzyme tablets particularly effective - but maybe my deposits were not protein based. I would go at least 9 months with vial lenses without any noticeable deposits.

I would give the Pure Vision or Biofinity lenses a try and see how you get on. You probably won't notice any protein deposits in a month, provided you keep to the daily cleaning regime. Apart from the lack of comfort from protein deposits, they can eventually lead to infections of the cornea. But, as I already said, I never had much of a problem with protein deposits, so you must try the lenses with your optician's help and see what works for you. I don't think you will have many problems.

knotlob

crosswire · #30 (**permalink**) 07-25-2010, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Knotlob

Hello Crosswire

Modern silicone hydrogel lenses are reckoned to be less prone to protein build up than their hydrogel predecessors. Protein build up varies from individual to individual's tear chemistry.

Daily disinfection and cleaning with a hydrogen peroxide system is pretty good for keeping the lenses clean. I used to rub the lenses gently with my finger in the palm of my hand with the peroxide before I left them overnight to disinfect.

There are enzyme tablets available, which you can use weekly, to remove any protein deposits. However, when I wore yearly/vial lenses, I didn't find the enzyme tablets particularly effective - but maybe my deposits were not protein based. I would go at least 9 months with vial lenses without any noticeable deposits.

I would give the Pure Vision or Biofinity lenses a try and see how you get on. You probably won't notice any protein deposits in a month, provided you keep to the daily cleaning regime. Apart from the lack of comfort from protein deposits, they can eventually lead to infections of the cornea. But, as I already said, I never had much of a problem with protein deposits, so you must try the lenses with your optician's help and see what works for you. I don't think you will have many problems.

knotlob

I have ordered my purevision lenses, will be getting on Tuesday. Will try it out and come back here with my experience. Thanks a lot for everything knotlob.

Knotlob · #31 (**permalink**) 07-25-2010, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by crosswire

I have ordered my purevision lenses, will be getting on Tuesday. Will try it out and come back here with my experience. Thanks a lot for everything knotlob.

We all look forward to hearing how you get on with them.

knotlob

Aaroncablemom · #32 (**permalink**) 07-26-2010, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by crosswire

Thanks a lot for showing a lot of patience and explaining in detail. Really appreciate it.

Knotlob is a valued member of the Lens 101 community. I'm glad he was able to find your question and open up a dialogue. We're looking for forward to your report on your Purevision lenses, crosswire.

BettyBoop · #33 (**permalink**) 07-26-2010, 02:40 PM

It looks like we got off on a tangent, so I'll ask my question again. Do clear lenses like Purevision have a pupil hole, as such?

Knotlob · #34 (**permalink**) 07-26-2010, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by BettyBoop

It looks like we got off on a tangent, so I'll ask my question again. Do clear lenses like Purevision have a pupil hole, as such?

I don't know about PureVision lenses, but all the soft lenses that I have worn have been transparent over their entire diameter. Can't think why a lens would have a pupil hole, other than for coloured lenses, or for some specialist purpose.

knotlob

crosswire · #35 (**permalink**) 07-27-2010, 08:02 AM

Started wearing my purevision lenses guys actually its been half an hour. Took me about 10 min to wear them being a first time user. Feels very comfortable i should say. My doctor said to remove them when i sleep. And also he said me too rub the lenses with the solution to wash the lenses and then store them in the solution. Should i? Any other tips and suggestion for maintaining the lenses so that its very hygienic?

crosswire · #36 (**permalink**) 07-27-2010, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by BettyBoop

It looks like we got off on a tangent, so I'll ask my question again. Do clear lenses like Purevision have a pupil hole, as such?

No i dont see any hole BettyBoop.

Knotlob · #37 (**permalink**) 07-27-2010, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by crosswire

Started wearing my purevision lenses guys actually its been half an hour. Took me about 10 min to wear them being a first time user. Feels very comfortable i should say. My doctor said to remove them when i sleep. And also he said me too rub the lenses with the solution to wash the lenses and then store them in the solution. Should i? Any other tips and suggestion for maintaining the lenses so that its very hygienic?

Hello crosswire

The doctor has given you sensible advice I think, especially about NOT sleeping in contact lenses.

Be gentle when you rub your contact lenses so as not to damage them.

What kind of cleaning/disinfecting system/solution are you using - peroxide or multi purpose solution? make sure your hands are clean before you handle your contact lenses and take care of your finger nails so as not to damage the lenses.

Finally, you should be cleaning your contact lens case and sterilising it periodically. Some people recommend you change the case every 3 months to ensure it is clean.

knotlob

Cheezhed · #38 (**permalink**) 07-27-2010, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by rsaltus

Thanks, Cheezhed - My optom and ophthal both say I should just keep trying different solutions (and possibly different lenses); they say there's nothing serious going on. I think it's probably just dry eye from getting older - grrrrr!!!

Hey, getting older doesn't have to be a bad thing. They way I see it, you only have one other choice:

crosswire · #39 (**permalink**) 07-27-2010, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Knotlob

Hello crosswire

The doctor has given you sensible advice I think, especially about NOT sleeping in contact lenses.

Be gentle when you rub your contact lenses so as not to damage them.

What kind of cleaning/disinfecting system/solution are you using - peroxide or multi purpose solution? make sure your hands are clean before you handle your contact lenses and take care of your finger nails so as not to damage the lenses.

Finally, you should be cleaning your contact lens case and sterilising it periodically. Some people recommend you change the case every 3 months to ensure it is clean.

knotlob

I am using multipurpose solution. They have given both rub and no rub directions. Thats the reason i asked is it necessary to rub?

Knotlob · #40 (**permalink**) 07-27-2010, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by crosswire

I am using multipurpose solution. They have given both rub and no rub directions. Thats the reason i asked is it necessary to rub?

I would suggest that you give the lenses a gentle rub - helps dislodge any deposits and gets the lenses cleaner.

I have heard of no-rub systems but I have no experience of them. I would think gentle rubbing will give a better clean and also that is what your doctor has recommended for you. See how it goes over the first few weeks and if necessary, modify the procedure.

knotlob

Spicegurl · #41 (**permalink**) 07-27-2010, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Knotlob

I would suggest that you give the lenses a gentle rub - helps dislodge any deposits and gets the lenses cleaner.

I have heard of no-rub systems but I have no experience of them. I would think gentle rubbing will give a better clean and also that is what your doctor has recommended for you. See how it goes over the first few weeks and if necessary, modify the procedure.

knotlob

Not to put you into a corner Knotlob, but would you say that for contact lenses in general it's good to rub them up a bit when cleaning them?

Knotlob · #42 (**permalink**) 07-27-2010, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Spicegurl

Not to put you into a corner Knotlob, but would you say that for contact lenses in general it's good to rub them up a bit when cleaning them?

Personally, I think with any cleaning, you need some sort of mechanical agitation/energy to help move the dirt and move fresh cleaning solution around the object being cleaned. Think of a washing machine, etc. Ultrasonic cleaners use imploding bubbles, dishwashers use a spray of fast moving hot water, etc. Power pressure jet washers also.

The only think I would be careful about with thin flexible lenses is to be gentle with the rubbing. Daily lenses always seem very thin/flexible but normally you wouldn't be cleaning them anyway.

knotlob

Spicegurl · #43 (**permalink**) 07-27-2010, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Knotlob

Personally, I think with any cleaning, you need some sort of mechanical agitation/energy to help move the dirt and move fresh cleaning solution around the object being cleaned. Think of a washing machine, etc. Ultrasonic cleaners use imploding bubbles, dishwashers use a spray of fast moving hot water, etc. Power pressure jet washers also.

The only think I would be careful about with thin flexible lenses is to be gentle with the rubbing. Daily lenses always seem very thin/flexible but normally you wouldn't be cleaning them anyway.

knotlob

Okay, so you're saying that rubbing your lenses is really the only way to get them clean? You wouldn't rub the daily lenses because you're not supposed to clean them anyway, right?

Knotlob · #44 (**permalink**) 07-27-2010, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Spicegurl

Okay, so you're saying that rubbing your lenses is really the only way to get them clean? You wouldn't rub the daily lenses because you're not supposed to clean them anyway, right?

Yes, IMHO that is correct.

knotlob

crosswire · #45 (**permalink**) 07-28-2010, 03:51 AM

Guys i am really finding difficult to put my lens in, any easy way to put it in. And another thing after i put my lens if not in the centre of my eyes can i correct it with my finger to place it perfectly?

Knotlob · #46 (**permalink**) 07-28-2010, 04:01 AM

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Originally Posted by crosswire

Guys i am really finding difficult to put my lens in, any easy way to put it in. And another thing after i put my lens if not in the centre of my eyes can i correct it with my finger to place it perfectly?

Hi Crosswire

It takes a bit of practice initially but eventually it becomes second nature, I can even do it in the dark and never use a mirror, etc.

You can (with a mirror) use your fore finger to slide the lens onto the centre of the cornea. I occasionally do that with RGP lenses. Make sure your hands are very clean before you do that of course.

When I put the lens into my right eye, I put the lens onto the tip of my index finger of the hand corresponding to that eye (i.e. right index finger for right eye). Check the lens is not inside out. I usually place a drop of lens solution onto the lens (but you can omit this as sometimes it causes the lens to fold over on itself).

Using the first or second finger of my left hand I raise the right upper eye lid and using the second finger of my left hand I push the lower eye lid down (right eye). Then bring the lens into contact with the cornea and it should stick to the eye by surface tension. Gently allow the eyelids to return to normal position. That is the best way for me.

Good luck

knotlob

crosswire · #47 (**permalink**) 07-28-2010, 04:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Knotlob

Hi Crosswire

It takes a bit of practice initially but eventually it becomes second nature, I can even do it in the dark and never use a mirror, etc.

You can (with a mirror) use your fore finger to slide the lens onto the centre of the cornea. I occasionally do that with RGP lenses. Make sure your hands are very clean before you do that of course.

When I put the lens into my right eye, I put the lens onto the tip of my index finger of the hand corresponding to that eye (i.e. right index finger for right eye). Check the lens is not inside out. I usually place a drop of lens solution onto the lens (but you can omit this as sometimes it causes the lens to fold over on itself).

Using the first or second finger of my left hand I raise the right upper eye lid and using the second finger of my left hand I push the lower eye lid down (right eye). Then bring the lens into contact with the cornea and it should stick to the eye by surface tension. Gently allow the eyelids to return to normal position. That is the best way for me.

Good luck

knotlob

Yeah it seems easy but difficult to implement, i guess initially atleast. Thanks again Knotlob.
Should the lens never be on the white portion even a little bit, because it is in my case, i guess i have smaller cornea.

Knotlob · #48 (**permalink**) 07-28-2010, 04:48 AM

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Originally Posted by crosswire

Yeah it seems easy but difficult to implement, i guess initially atleast. Thanks again Knotlob.
Should the lens never be on the white portion even a little bit, because it is in my case, i guess i have smaller cornea.

It can be a little awkward getting used to putting lenses in your eye because the eye normally doesn't like anything being poked into it. However, that is a reflex that can be trained with practice putting the lens into your eye.

A soft lens is about 14.2mm diameter normally, so will probably be on the white bit (sclera) at least a little bit. Hopefully the lens will be more or less centred on your eye, but it is normal for it to move a bit when you blink. The lens is supposed to float on a tear film layer and as it floats the tear film can be refreshed with oxygen to oxygenate the cornea. i.e. in practice the lens will appear to move on your eye ball, but so long as your vision is OK, you don't need to worry about the exact position, particularly when looking in a mirror holding your eyelids open, etc. as this is not your normal viewing practice.

knotlob

crosswire · #49 (**permalink**) 07-28-2010, 06:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Knotlob

It can be a little awkward getting used to putting lenses in your eye because the eye normally doesn't like anything being poked into it. However, that is a reflex that can be trained with practice putting the lens into your eye.

A soft lens is about 14.2mm diameter normally, so will probably be on the white bit (sclera) at least a little bit. Hopefully the lens will be more or less centred on your eye, but it is normal for it to move a bit when you blink. The lens is supposed to float on a tear film layer and as it floats the tear film can be refreshed with oxygen to oxygenate the cornea. i.e. in practice the lens will appear to move on your eye ball, but so long as your vision is OK, you don't need to worry about the exact position, particularly when looking in a mirror holding your eyelids open, etc. as this is not your normal viewing practice.

knotlob

So what your saying is as long as the vision is ok, you dont need to worry about the position of the lens. And what exactly do you mean by "this is not your normal viewing practice" ?

Knotlob · #50 (**permalink**) 07-28-2010, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by crosswire

So what your saying is as long as the vision is ok, you dont need to worry about the position of the lens. And what exactly do you mean by "this is not your normal viewing practice" ?

Yes, the important thing is that your vision is OK. The optician will check the float on your eye and if necessary change the lenses, but it sounds OK.

When I say that is not your normal viewing practice, you won't be staring at the mirror and lifting your eye lids to see the position of the lens all day (hopefully

). Normally you just forget about the lenses and let the lenses sit partially under your eye lids - no conscious action needed - just forget about the contact lenses and go enjoy your improved vision as you go about your normal tasks.

knotlob

crosswire · #51 (**permalink**) 07-28-2010, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Knotlob

Yes, the important thing is that your vision is OK. The optician will check the float on your eye and if necessary change the lenses, but it sounds OK.

When I say that is not your normal viewing practice, you won't be staring at the mirror and lifting your eye lids to see the position of the lens all day (hopefully

). Normally you just forget about the lenses and let the lenses sit partially under your eye lids - no conscious action needed - just forget about the contact lenses and go enjoy your improved vision as you go about your normal tasks.

knotlob

Hehehe...got it