Contact lenses may have become the preferred choice for millions who value comfort, flexibility and a more natural appearance. According to Vision Council, 2023 over 45 million Americans wear contact ...

If you wear contact lenses, you probably don't think much about them. But they're a relatively new invention -- in fact, the first disposable contact lens wasn't introduced until 1982. "We think of ...

About 45 million Americans wear contact lenses, making this an important vision-correcting tool. But whether your doctor recently recommended that you try contacts or you’ve been popping them in for ...

Glasses are experiencing a bit of a comeback, but many people still prefer the look and ease of contact lenses. Though they are convenient, contact lenses can also put you at risk of a potentially ...

Sleeping in contact lenses deprives your eyes of oxygen at the exact moment they need it most. While awake, blinking helps ...

For millions of Americans who rely on contact lenses for clear vision, dry eyes represent more than just an occasional annoyance—they’re a chronic condition that can significantly impact daily comfort ...

Dr. Colby answers the question: 'Can I Use Old Contact Lenses?' Aug. 24, 2009— -- Question: Can I wear contact lenses that have been sitting in solution for many months? Answer: I really wouldn't ...

Sleeping in contacts can cause serious issues, like increased risk of eye infection. As a person who needs contacts to navigate life, I've learned a couple of things to avoid doing if I want to enjoy ...

If you need corrective eyewear, you are among more than 2 billion people globally whose impaired vision requires corrective prescriptions. In the United States, the total is 197.6 million, or about ...