Author | Crystal Brimer, OD, FAAO

Contact lenses remains safe, but unwell patients may want to avoid them altogether

Avoid the confusion over adding intentional ocular surface disease services

Communication and education are highly correlated with better patient adherence and when ODs spend time connecting with contact lens wearers one-on-one, the degree to which patients follow contact lens recommendations increases. Establishing rapport, asking questions and sharing knowledge with contact lens patients is a great way to guarantee clinical success.

Convenience, comfort, value, function, and expectations all play a role.