Myths about lenses

If the patient is concerned about certain myths or untruths about contact lenses, it is best to discuss them at the first appointment. The most common misconceptions among patients are the following:

1. The contact lenses will go behind my eye.
2. Contact lenses will break my eye.
3. I can't wear lenses because I have stigmatism.
4. Contact lenses will damage my eyes.
5. You have to be at least 16 years old to wear contact lenses, right?
6. Contact lenses are very painful.

Patients should also be advised that contact lenses do not protect the eyes. In some ways, they protect the cornea itself from injury or flying objects, as in many accidents in automobile accidents. Contact lenses cannot protect against trauma from sharp objects, chemical toxicity, or other injuries; therefore, it is recommended that protective eyewear be worn whenever there is a risk of eye injury. If patients are involved in
In certain dangerous sports, it is recommended to wear certain protective glasses over contact lenses.

Ophthalmologist, Maria Kosturanova