Many people new to contact lenses, and even some experienced wearers, have practical questions about contacts. These tips should help you to deal with some everyday contact lens concern

Which Way Is the Right Way?

A question many newbie wearers have is: "How will I know if my contact lens is inside out?" The trick is to place the lens on your finger so that a cup is formed. Then, hold the lens up directly in front of your eyes so you're looking at the side of the cup. If the lens forms a "U" with the top edges flared out, it's inside out. If it forms just a "U," it's in the correct position.

If you're wearing lenses with a handling tint, another method is to place the lens on your fingertip and then look down at it. The edge of a tinted lens should look very blue (or green, depending on the tint); that won't be the case if the lens is inverted.

Some contact lenses also have a laser marking, such as the brand name, on the edge to help you. If you can read it properly, the lens is not inside out. Don't worry if you place a contact lens in your eye inside out. The lens will feel uncomfortable, but it can't do any damage.

            WARNINGS

1. DO NOT sleep in your lenses.
2. DO NOT wear your lenses beyond the period recommended.
3. DO NOT use household products (e.g. disinfectants) on your lenses.
4. DO NOT wear your lenses when using eye drops unless advised.
5. DO NOT use saliva to wet your lenses.
6. DO NOT rinse your lenses or lens case with tap water.
7. DO NOT wear your lenses whilst showering.

   ALWAYS REMEMBER
   Do not share lenses.
   Left lense to go back in to left case.
   Right lense to go back in right case.