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by Anonymous on August 2nd, 2005

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Is falling asleep while wearing disposable contact lenses harmful? If so, why?

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  • by JackNicklaus on November 16th, 2005

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    There are contacts available that have been tested and given the OK by the FDA, to be worn for 30 days without removing. Their studies show no increased risk of harm to the eyes with this wearing schedule. All these different plastics that they've invented allow more oxygen to pass through the contacts and reach the surface of the cornea. The cornea has no vascular supply and must absorb it's oxygen from the atmosphere. Most people who sleep in their contacts, take them out once a week and clean them. They are more comfortable when clean and you can see more clearly through a clean contact. If you are considering sleeping regularly in your contacts go with a brand that has a high dk/t rating. Some of these are Purevision, Acuvue Oasys, and Night & Day. I'm not employed by any of the manufacturers of these lenses.

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