How to Wean Yourself Off Glasses

 You might feel like you need your old glasses. If you are a loyal glasses wearer, then you might be surprised to find out just how many people are making the switch to wearing contact lenses. With contact lenses, you have more freedom and never have to worry about wiping off dirt and moisture or getting scratches on your lenses. The switch to contact lenses will likely involve weaning yourself off glasses first. However, once you get used to the contact lenses, you'll wonder how you lived without them.

Difficulty:Moderately Easy1
Start by wearing soft contact lenses. Soft contacts are easy to put in and are more comfortable than hard contact lenses.
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Take out the soft contact lenses after a few hours. Wearing them too long at first may give you an uncomfortable feeling or a headache, which can be avoided.
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Give yourself the proper amount of time. It will generally take about a week for your eyes to get used to how the contacts feel. Don't give up after a day or two. They are likely to get more comfortable.
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Incorporate extended wear contact lenses. These contact lenses can be worn for a few days at a time, which makes wearing the contacts more convenient than wearing glasses.
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Keep your eyes moist. Get eye drops from your eye doctor and use them when your eyes feel dry, or as recommended by your doctor. Moist eyes are more receptive to contact lenses.