Consumer guide to contact lenses
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Finding a contact lens practitioner
Wearing contact lenses overnight
Astigmatism and contact lenses
Bifocal and multifocal contact lenses
Contact lenses for children and teens
Cosmetic contact lenses (coloured and special effects)
Contact lenses and keratoconus
Aftercare for contact lens wearers
Dos and don’ts of contact lens wear
Acanthamoeba and contact lenses
Contact lenses versus refractive surgery
Regulations on contact lens fitting and supply
Facts and stats on the UK contact lens market
Note: The BCLA can only provide general information that is not intended to be a substitute for proper professional care and advice. If you have a specific question about your eyes or contact lenses, we recommend that you consult an eyecare professional. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this guide, the BCLA will not accept liability for any loss or damage or inconvenience arising as a consequence of any information on this website.
Last updated: May 2010
