Contact lens wearers?

Question

How long did it take you to get used to them the first time.

i got them a week ago so i can begin to wear them for college in september, im still finding it hard to get them in and out of the eye but thats just the thing ill have to get use to, just wondering how long it took you to wear them confidently and easily.

Answer 1

For me, it was really easy (and I was only 11).  Make sure your nails are fairly short (trust me...).  Wash/rinse your hands and shake them dry, then open up both contact things (so you don't have to open the second one when your fingers are wet).  I honestly don't feel them once your in, unless you get something in your eye.  When putting them in, stare straight at the finger(s) that's putting in or taking out the contact.  If you are still finding it difficult, make an appointment with your eye doctor for them to show you the proper way of putting them in and taking them out, the first few days I tried, it was kinda frustrating, but be patient...its worth it.

Answer 2

When I started wearing contacts, my doctor had me start wearing them for two hours a day. After two or three days that increased to four hours a day, then six, etc.  I was used to caring for them and the feel on my eyelids completely in about a month.  

Answer 3

when i was at the eye doctor they made me take them in and out about 4 times.  for maybe the next week i had to try several times to get them in, but after about a month i could get them in and out without looking.  they never bothered me at all when i was wearing them