Monthly Archives: September 2020

Have you grown tired of wearing eye glasses? Do you lead an active lifestyle that regularly puts your frames and lenses at risk?

Why not make the switch to contacts? They are affordable and easy to use.

We regularly see patients for contact lens exams and fittings, and we always tell them that their level of care can make or break the contact lens wearing experience. Here are three important rules to keep in mind if you’re new to wearing contact lenses:

Wash your hands before touching your contacts. Your hands open doors, touch counters and railings and interact with co-workers and family members. The last thing you want is to put a bunch of germs and microorganisms near or in your eye. Whenever you’re preparing to take your contacts out or put them in, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water.

Lather your hands by rubbing them together with the soap. Lather the backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your nails. Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds before putting in or taking out contact lenses.

Don’t sleep in your contacts. Follow all the recommendations for your specific type of contact lens. Wearing them too long or while you sleep, when you’re not supposed to, can lead to eye infections or irritation.

Change your contacts when you’re supposed to. If you wear disposable contacts, you’ll want to switch them out at recommended intervals as recommended by the lens manufacturer. Even if you don’t think there is something wrong with your contacts, it’s important to follow this schedule. Contact lenses can wear down over time and it’s better to be safe than sorry.

If you would like to learn more about contact lens care, we invite you to give us a call: (801) 476-0494

When you think of the sun, your first thought might be about the damage it can do. That’s why we stay out of the sun when we can and slather on sunscreen when we’re outdoors during the day. Yet small amounts of sunshine can provide a major boost to your health and mood.

How much is just enough? Many medical experts say just 5-10 minutes of sun exposure a couple of times a week is ideal. What are the benefits of sensible sun exposure? Take a look at our list below. And make sure whenever you’re out in the sun, you wear a quality pair of sunglasses to protect your eyes.

• Vitamin D: Your body produces vitamin D when bare skin is exposed to the sun. Ample vitamin D is formed well before you get a tan or sunburn, so don’t overdo it! Vitamin D also helps maintain bone density. In addition to getting some rays, fish like salmon and tuna pack a punch of vitamin D. Fortified milk and orange juice and supplements also are good sources.
• A serotonin boost: Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that helps regulate your mood. Too little of it has been linked to anxiety, insomnia, obesity and other health conditions. The right amount can foster a feeling of well-being. The amount of serotonin in the brain has been found to be in direct correlation with light exposure.
• More energy: Exposure to sunlight in the morning can help keep your sleep-wake cycles regulated so that you sleep better, wake up easier and have more energy during the day. So soak up some morning sunshine! Studies show that sun exposure later in the day doesn’t seem to have the same effect, so open those shades or take a walk first thing in the morning.