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Pinch Method for removing lens:
Step 1.
Look up; slide the lens to the lower part of the eye using the forefinger. (Fig. E)
Step 2.
Gently pinch the lens between the thumb and forefinger. (Fig. F)
Step 3.
Remove the lens.
Fig. E
Fig. F
Forefinger and Thumb Method for removing lens:
Step 1.
Place your hand or a towel under your eye to catch the lens.
Step 2.
Place your forefinger on the center of the upper lid and your thumb on the
center of the lower lid.
Step 3.
Press in and force a blink. The lens should fall onto your hand.
Once you remove the lens, simply follow the lens care directions
recommended by the Eye Care Practitioner.
Note:
The lens may come out but remain on the eyelid, finger or thumb.
c. Remove the other lens by following the same procedure.
d. Follow the required lens care directions.
Note:
If these methods of removing your lenses are difficult for you, your eye care practitioner will
show you with an alternate method.
8. CARING FOR YOUR LENSES
8.1. Instructions (Cleaning, Rinsing, Disinfecting, Storage and Rewetting /
Lubricating)
The ideal time to clean your lenses is immediately after removing them. Disinfecting is necessary
to destroy harmful germs. For continued safe and comfortable wearing of your lenses, it is
important that you first clean and rinse, then disinfect your lenses after each removal. Use the
care regimen recommended by your eye care practitioner. Cleaning and rinsing are necessary to
remove mucus, secretions, films or deposits that may have accumulated during wearing.
You should adhere to recommended care regimen. Failure to follow the regimen may result in
development of serious ocular complications, as discussed in Section 4 Warnings.
If you require only vision correction, but will not or cannot adhere to a recommended care
regimen for your lenses, or are unable to place and remove lenses or have someone available to
place and remove them, you should not attempt to get and wear contact lenses.
