Contact lens solutions are by far the most important consideration when it comes to buying a new pair of contact lenses--that is, aside from the lenses themselves. The solutions--comprises of saline, cleaner, and disinfecting solutions—ensure that bacteria and other germs are dispensed, and safety and health conditions are maintained. Because of this, every pair of contact lenses is purchased along with the solutions necessary for cleaning before and after wearing. Every type of contact lens solution is important in its own right, since each one is different.
All contact lenses are delivered on a storage solution, typically a buffered saline solution, to keep the contact lenses sterile until the moment they are inserted into the eyes. Considering that most corrective contact lenses are only used one time and then discarded, this type of solution has a limited lifespan as well. This makes sense when considering that, once leaving the eyes, the contact lenses, laced with some germs, would like to contaminate the saline solution were they to be re-immersed into it, rendering the solution unusable.
Contact lens cleaning solution, also called contact lens cleaner, comes separately and is used to sanitize the contact lenses before insertion and after removal, but more especially after removal. Although the lenses are to be thrown away, cleaning the lenses will prevent any possibility of germs transferring anywhere, even from the garbage. All contact lens cleaners, also known as disinfectants, are used this way. This kind of solution can arguably be referred to as the complete contact lens solution—hard lens and soft lens applicable--for its ultimate sterilizing power.
Treatment solution, which is a little different by the brand, contributes in the corrective process of the contact lenses. Some forms of this kind of solution, unfortunately, have been known to cause complications. MoistureLoc®, the well-known solution once used as the ReNu® contact lens solution, cased cornea damage and even blindness in quite a few users around the world until it was replaced the Multiplus® Solution in 2003. Ever since then, the latter has been performing impressively. PureVision’s® AreGel™, which protects against protein, and Methifilcon A™, but CooperVision®, work to promote clear vision in those who wear the contact lenses. CIBA contact lens solution and Miraflow® contact lens solution both serve the same purpose.
Prices for contact lens solutions vary, but they are affordable in places around the Internet. Most, if not all, contact lens solutions can be purchased for anywhere from $15.00 to $40.00, depending on the particular brand and solution type. A contact lens discount, which can always be found, can provide many money-saving deals. And yes, free contact lens solutions might be found at designated licensed merchants, if timing is right. Browsing and comparing is prudent for just this reason.
Any contact lens cleaning tips would, more commonly than anything else, include using all of these types of solutions on a regular basis to ensure cleanliness and promote healthy vision. One’s eyes depend on it!
