TO REMOVE A SOFT LENS

Never use forceps

1. Wash hands carefully.
2. Check that the lens is on the cornea.
3. With patient looking up, place the index finger on the lower edge of the lens and slide it laterally.
4. Pinch the lens between thumb and index finger - this allows air beneath the lens so that it can be withdrawn.

5. Clean the lens with normal saline by placing it in one palm and gently massaging with the other index finger.

6. Place in the carrying case in saline, or in a vial or bowl with saline. Soft lenses must not be stored dry.

TO CHECK WHETHER A SOFT LENS IS INSIDE OUT

Place the lens concave side up on an index finger. If the lens is correct, the edges turn in slightly.

If the lens is inside out, the edges turn out. If the lens is inside out, it should be pressed to reverse the surfaces, then rechecked to make sure it is correct.