We know that it is "information overload" right now, but we wanted to provide an update that is relevant to many of our patients: Contact lenses. Although the CDC has recommended refraining from routine eyecare visits, there is NO recommendation that you discontinue contact lens wear. You can wear contacts. Yes, there is a recommendation that all people try not to touch our eyes, nose, and mouth. As a contact lens wearer this is difficult.
In general, and specifically right now to reduce possible coronavirus infection, we always recommend that you wash your hands thoroughly (there is no shortage of ways to help you do that) before insert and removing contact lenses. Also follow all manufacturer recommendations and doctor recommendations.
If you will be needing a supply of contact lenses in the next 2-3 months you can order them here. We will soon be closing to non-urgent visits; however we are available by phone, text, and email, to help you. To help you out, we are extending contact lens prescriptions on a case by case basis without an evaluation. We are not sure how long the distributors will have contact lenses available so you may want to order sooner rather than later.
Please let us know what questions you have!
-Dr. Nate, Dr. Beth, and the Bright Eyes Staff.