If you have dry eyes, contact lenses can be a nightmare. In healthy eyes, a very thin layer of tears always forms under the contact lens. However, when this layer begins to dry, the lens becomes dry. Dry eyes caused by contact can be very irritating, and uncomfortable, and may lead you to try to squint or rub your eyes for relief.
While contact lenses are indeed the cause of dryness in others, there are other causes, one of which is your natural ability to produce years. Some people will produce fewer tears than others, which can be a real problem when wearing contact lenses. As you age, the tears you can produce begin to decrease.
Another reason is the environment. If you work in a factory or in an area that is overheated or exposed to dust or smoke, your eyes will start to dry out. The more your eyes are exposed to these types of situations, the drier they will become. After a few hours, you may need to remove your contacts because the dryness becomes so irritating.
However, there are some types of contact lenses that can also contribute to dryness. Most contact lenses are made of water and polymers, with most being more than 50% water. Even if the contact is moist and you may feel comfortable in the eye, water will begin to evaporate from the contact lens as you wear it. When this happens, the contact will draw moisture from the tears in your eyes, leading to dryness. If a contact lens contains a lot of water, then it is almost guaranteed that it will lose moisture throughout the day.
Since dryness is a common problem for most contact lens wearers, manufacturers are always working to create contacts that stay comfortable all day long. Dry eyes are the most common cause of irritation and the main reason why people decide to give up contacts and correct their vision only with glasses.
Of all the different contacts on the market, Acuvue Oasys is among the most popular. Although they are relatively new, they are specially made for those who work or live in dry environments. These contacts contain a special rewetting agent that allows the contact lens to remain moist even when your eyes are not producing enough tears. They are daily wearing contacts and should be soaked in the solution overnight and replaced approximately every two weeks.
While other contact lenses are great for dry eyes, Acuvue is considered the best brand. No matter what type of contact lenses you wear, you should always take care of them. You should always clean them after removal and soak them in the solution overnight. This will remove the build-up of protein and ensure that you get clean contact lenses back into your eyes.
Although dry eyes are very common, you can always help remedy the situation with the right pair of contacts. You may also be given moisturizing drops or saline to put in your eyes when they start to feel dry. These drops are the preferred way to deal with dry and irritated eyes because they help produce enough moisture for comfort. You can buy moisturizing drops or saline at most department stores - and it costs nothing.
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