Dr. Carlton Chan, OD

• How to use the contact lens solution?

  There should be instruction about how to use it in the outer packing. It is easy to use them. If you don't wear contacts, put them in the solution to clean and disinfect them.

• Can I get my old sunglasses with new lenses?

  If the lenses are non prescription,things can be much easier. You just need to take the frames to the optical store and ask them to put lenses in it. But if it is prescription lens, your prescription is needed for them to cut the lenses for you.

• Can I still use the expired contacts solution?

  No,you should not use it again. Though it has been used only once, there is still chance that bacteria can grow in the bottle. It will not cost much to get a new bottle of solution and it is safer for your eyes.

• Is it normal for the contact solution to have a big smell?

  If the smell is similar to the eye drops, it is quite normal. Some brand contact solution can have smells but others may not. But if you feel uncomfortable when using it, you should change for new solution.

• What should I do if the contact solution run out?

  You should not use water cuz there are a lot of bacteria in it and you may get inflammation in your eyes. For urgent case, you could use saline water or regular eye drops as replacement. But you should get new solution asap.

• Is it ok to use two different contact lenses solution for one pair of contacts?

  Yes you can. The contact solution are basically the same ingredient. But if you have use one brand for a long time, your eyes may not get used to the new one at first.

• Can I switch between two diffrent brands of contact solution?

  Yes, you can. Almost all the brands are the same ingredient. It is just like switch between different shapoos. But it is for eye use, you need to be much careful with it.

• Is it ok to use soft contact solution for hard contacts only for once?

  Yes, you can use the soft contact solution for temporary solution. It doesn't matter a lot. It is not suggested to wear contacts frequently cuz they can cause infection easily.

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