Contact Care & Disinfection

Obermark Eye Health Care

Caring for your contacts is vitally important; it will make a world of difference in your vision when they are worn and cared for properly. Following directions will keep your contacts in the best condition until it's time for them to be replaced, and will help you avoid uncomfortable conditions like infections or eye irritation.

Read the tips below from the professionals at Dr. Obermark Eye Health Care to learn how to care for your contact lenses and minimize your risk of infection.

Wash your hands well before handling your lenses and touching your eyes
Handle your soft contact lenses with care. Be gentle as they can tear, and be sure to use the pads of your fingers, keeping your nails away from your eye and the lens
Replace damaged, contaminated, or scratched lenses immediately
Stick to your prescribed wearing schedule for the best comfort and health of your eyes
Use fresh lens solution every time you take out your lenses
Replace your contact lens case when you replace your contact lenses
Do not sleep in your contact lenses unless you have been advised to do so by your eye care practitioner
Do not wear your contact lenses longer than the recommended time because longer wear can cause infections over time
Do not use water or saliva to clean your contact lenses. They both could contain bacteria that could potentially lead to infection
Do not share your contacts or use others' contacts because they can spread bacteria from one person to another and cause infection. Also, your lenses are specifically designed for you, and not everyone has the same prescription

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Our goal is to provide your family with the highest quality of vision care and support. Whether you're seeking a comprehensive eye exam, treatment for a specific eye condition, or need a new eyeglasses prescription, we're here to help. Our modern offices are equipped with the latest technology to ensure that you receive the best possible care. We're dedicated to helping you maintain and improve your vision.

Along with our expert eye care optometrist in Poplar Bluff and Sikeston, MO, we're proud to offer the following services: