Afraid of Inserting Contact Lenses?

Are you afraid about putting colored contact lenses in?

Do you like the idea of ditching your glasses in a favor of colored contact lenses, but the concept of placing a contact in your eye makes you nervous? You're not alone, so don't worry. This is a fear that many individuals share. It's critical to understand that you can overcome this.

You can utilize the ways listed below to conquer your anxieties, and everything will go smoothly!

1. Misinterpretation

(X) A snagged contact lens will stay in my eye indefinitely.

Although a soft lens can become caught on the eye's surface, it will always come off. Most of the time, it's the best way to put some eye drops in your eyes and the moisture will loosen them up.


(X) A contact lens may become dislodged from behind my eye.

A contact lens may have flipped under someone's eyelid. However, moving the contact to the back of the eye and losing it forever is theoretically impossible. In truth, there is a tiny membrane placed behind that inhibits this.


(X) Contacts Are Excruciatingly Painful and Uncomfortable.

Many people are concerned that once they put the contact lens in their eyes, they would be in terrible agony and discomfort. It's true that wearing contact lenses for the first few times can be painful. This is very normal. It will take some time to become accustomed to using contacts, as with anything new. After becoming familiar with this process, you won't even notice they're in after a few times. 

If your contact lenses don't feel right after a few days, consult your eye doctor. It's possible they're not the proper size, shape, or brand for you.


2. Perform a Practice Run

A dry run is the best way for many people to overcome their fear of contacts. This means you'll need to practice touching your eyes for a few days before you put your contacts in for the first time. Yes, it may appear strange to repeatedly touch your eye, but it works. It's a psychological technique that will teach you that touching your eye isn't such a big issue.


3. Get in the habit of not blinking.

Blinking is a natural reflex when an object moves closer and closer to your eye. Perform some exercises to assist you overcome this reflex. By placing your index finger on the upper eyelid, you can practice not blinking.

Then, with the same hand's thumb, place it on the lower eyelid. Finally, imagine you're inserting lenses into your eyes with your other hand. Ensure that the hand holding the eyelid open remains steady. And don't imagine it as if your finger is touching your eye. Consider it as if you were putting a contact lens over your eye.

4. Take a Step Back

First and foremost, choose a mirror that you can sit near to. Place your face in front of the mirror. Then, rather of thinking about your finger contacting your eye, try to concentrate on the procedure of putting contact lens.

Choose a point on the ceiling to concentrate on. The lens should then be placed on the white area of your eyes. It's fine if the lens doesn't immediately fall on your iris. Close your eyes and look about in different directions to move the lens.


5. Keep Things in Order

Many individuals are afraid of germs, which is why they are afraid of contact lenses.

To overcome this phobia, keep the lens clean, as well as everything that comes into contact with it.

Hands should be washed with a light soap before putting a contact lens. Then, using a clean, lint-free towel, dry them. The lenses can then be applied to a clean face that is devoid of makeup, lotions, and perfumes.

Find Out What It's Like to Insert Contact Lenses With Ease
The more you practice not freaking out while inserting contact lenses, the easier the process becomes. Although your fear may seem real, there are exercises you can take to help you overcome it. You'll get there if you follow our advice and talk to the proper individuals.