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Centering The Lens
Very rarely, a lens that is on the cornea will be displaced onto the white part of the eye during lens wear. This can
also occur during placement and removal of the lenses if the correct techniques are not performed properly. To
center a lens follow this procedure.
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First locate the lens by pulling away the lids.
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After the lens is found, gently press on the lid over the lens while looking away from the direction of the lens.
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Next look back towards the lens.
Removing The Lens
Always remove the same lens first.
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Wash, rinse, and dry your hands thoroughly.
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Work over a table with a clean towel. Do not remove lenses over a sink.
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Place the right index finger of the right hand at the outer corner of the eye.
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Place the left hand cupped below the eye.
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Open the eyes wide as if to stare.
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Continue to keep the eyes open and pull the lids sideways away from nose.
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Blink quickly and firmly.
Remove the second lens by following the same procedure.
Follow the required lens care procedures described under the heading: CARING FOR YOUR LENSES.
Note: If this method of removing your lens is difficult for you, your eye care practitioner
will provide you with an alternate method.
CARING FOR YOUR LENSES
Basic Instructions
For continued safe and comfortable wearing of your lenses, it is important that you clean and rinse, then disinfect
your lenses after each removal using the care regimen recommended by your eye care practitioner. Cleaning and
rinsing are necessary to remove mucus, secretions, films, or deposits which may have accumulated during wearing.
The ideal time to clean, rinse, and disinfect your lenses is immediately after wearing them. Disinfecting is necessary
to destroy harmful germs.
You should adhere to a recommended care regimen. Failure to follow the regimen may result in development of
serious ocular complications as discussed in the WARNINGS section of the Package Insert.
When you first receive your lenses, practice how to put the lenses on and removing them while you are in your eye
care practitioner’s office. At that time you will be provided with a recommended cleaning and disinfection regimen
and instructions and warnings for lens care, handling, cleaning, and disinfection. Your eye care practitioner should
instruct you about appropriate and adequate procedures and products for your use.
