Contact lenses are a convenient alternative to eyeglasses, which some people consider cumbersome. However, some people complain that their eyes feel dry after extended use of contact lenses. In today’s post, Vienna Eyecare Center discusses whether it’s okay to keep wearing contact lenses if you have dry eyes.
The short answer is yes–but with a few caveats. Read on to learn more:
Be mindful that no matter what kind of contact lenses you wear, we recommend having an annual eye exam to ensure that your eyes are healthy and your vision is stable.
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