Vision is a gift of nature that allows a person to see what surrounds him in all colors and colors.
But, these or other factors can negatively affect a person's ability to see well.
For correction, it is not necessary to use surgical intervention, enough to wear glasses.
Also people with poor eyesight wear corrective lenses.
The question of choosing lenses was considered earlier. But to make the process of their use convenient, you need to observe the features of care for lenses and choose the right solution. Then the vision will be good, and the eyes healthy. How to do it? Understand this article.
1. What is the solution for
What is the solution for
? Lens solution is a liquid that is used to care for lenses. It is needed to store, disinfect and clean them.
Most of the tools are suitable for soft lenses, but there are solutions for the care of hard lenses, and there are universal solutions.
When the lenses are removed, they must be placed in a special liquid. Otherwise, they deform, lose moisture and become unusable.
Therefore, the correct solution is needed to store correcting lenses. Every day, the lenses are dirty, they form an invisible film.
Remove it can only a special tool. Also bacteria accumulate on the surface of the lenses. A liquid eliminates them and protects the lens from the further appearance of microorganisms.
Store lenses only in a special solution. Water is not suitable for this.
Even if you run out of solution, do not fill the lens with water. Take care that this fluid is always at home in the right amount( or better with a margin).
Application of the solution will give comfort to the lenses and make the wearing process comfortable.
And all because the specialized solution:
- is similar in composition to the human tear( level of acids and alkalis, the number of salts);
- effectively cleans lenses from protein and other contaminants;
- lubricates the eye, gives the lens a light glide without obstacles;
- does not cause allergic reactions.
Today's range of different products differs in composition and other characteristics. But there are components that are always present in the solution.
If you know what the solution consists of, how to use it, and what lenses can be processed, you will ensure that your eyes and contact lenses are protected from negative consequences.
Kinds of solutions
Presence in the composition of different components influences the purpose of the solution. By functions, these types of solutions are distinguished:
- for cleaning;
- saline;
- for disinfection;
- multifunctional.
Salt are the most popular. Their composition is as much like a human tear. Therefore, they will allow to preserve in the lenses all their properties.
There are solutions that perfectly clean the , protect it from dirt. They are created on the basis of peroxide. Benzalkonium chloride is also used. They are used about 2-3 times a month.
But you should use this remedy cautiously. If it is wrong and inaccurate to apply the solution, it is possible to burn the retina of the eye.
For disinfection use a solution in the form of tablets. This remedy is not suitable for storing contact lenses. You can apply them once a week.
Multifunctional are recognized as the most popular. Release the need to clean the lens. Suitable for regular use.
Many modern tools are multifunctional.
Examples for soft and hard lenses
| Soft | Hard | Universal |
|
|
|
Hard lenses today are extremely rare. But they are safer and give a clear correction. Care of them differs from those manipulations that need to be carried out with soft ones.
Gas-permeable lenses contain hydrophobic substances. Therefore, the solution is less viscous and penetrates the lens better.
The concentration of cleaning, disinfecting and moisturizing agents is higher than that of conventional soft. To care for gas-permeable lenses, special means are used. And there are those that are suitable for any type of lens.
Overview of some popular solutions
When choosing a solution for lenses, consider the level of their hardness and the duration of wearing. For contact lenses for 3-6 months it is important to choose powerful means for cleaning, disinfection and storage.
Lenses for a month are suitable for soft, gentle solutions. It is also important to consider the sensitivity level of your eyes and the experience of wearing lenses.
Renu
RenuMultiPlus is manufactured by Bausch & Lomb. This product is suitable for soft lenses. The solution is effective, therefore does not need additional helpers.
Recommended for sensitive eyes. Good and quite effective moisturizes, quickly and easily cleanses. Its composition is very similar to the chemical composition of human tears.price is available.
Maxima
In this solution, you can store the lens. The Maxima tool perfectly handles the surface, so the lens does not have to be cleaned manually or rubbed.
Complete Comfort Plus
Quickly and easily cleans. Carries out effective disinfection. CompleteComfortPlus is suitable for people with increased eye sensitivity.
HighFresh +
A multifunction tool that fits sensitive eyes. There are no preservatives in HighFresh +.You can store and process any lenses.
Advice for choosing
It is better to choose a remedy based on the ophthalmologist's recommendations. Many solutions are very similar, but they have different properties. Therefore, ophthalmologists are advised to choose the means of the same firm as contact lenses.
Remember that for soft and hard lenses you need different solutions. You need to buy funds from well-known manufacturers. Then you reduce the risk of buying goods of poor quality. Pay attention to what kind of lens you buy the product for.
Note:
- Colored lenses can not be combined with solutions where there is hydrogen peroxide.
- For silicone-hydrogel lenses you need to take care with the means where there is peroxide.
- If the bottle says "", then the product can cause allergies.
- No need to save, so give up cheap goods. Choose those that are more expensive.
- The most convenient way to use multifunctional solutions.
- When choosing a solution, it is necessary to take into account working conditions.
Important: If the solution is not properly selected, discomfort will occur. As a result, there will be irritation, eye diseases may develop. Each time, pour the solution out of the container.
It does not matter which tool you use. Be sure to clean them with enzyme preparations. And when the period of its validity has passed, change the remedy to a new one.
Want to change the solution? Address to the oculist, let he will recommend other agent.
Recommendations for lens wear
Follow the instructions and follow these tips:
- The solution must be kept closed( tightly tighten the lid).
- Be sure to wash your hands before handling any container, solution, or lens.
- The bottle must be clean. Do not let dirt enter it.
- Choose a solution based on the type of lens.
If you follow the guidelines for wearing and using contact lenses, you will protect your eyes from diseases and keep healthy, sharp eyesight for many years.
Video
The following video may help you: