Monthly disposable contact lenses are by far the most popular type of contact lens and can be either soft or hard, although soft lenses are the most common. They are designed for daily wear, correct vision problems, and are more affordable than daily disposable lenses. Monthly disposable lenses start at just under 20 euros and, like other soft contact lenses, are relatively easy to care for and simple to use. However, just like with all other lenses, monthly disposables must be cleaned and cared for regularly so that they can actually be worn for a full month.
What to Keep in Mind About Monthly Contact Lenses
People who travel a lot—whether for work or for any other reason—particularly appreciate the benefits of monthly contact lenses. They eliminate the hassle of wearing glasses, are nowhere near as expensive as annual or extended-wear lenses, and are easy to tolerate thanks to their soft, flexible material. However, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure you can enjoy your monthly contact lenses—and clear vision—for as long as possible:
- Always wash your hands before inserting or removing your contact lenses
- Always remove your monthly contact lenses at night and store them in the case provided
- Clean and care for your monthly contact lenses properly and regularly
- Do not wear monthly contact lenses for more than 30 days—after that, they must be discarded and, if necessary, replaced with new ones.
- When buying monthly contact lenses, pay attention to quality—some manufacturers produce monthly contact lenses that are oxygen-permeable
- Don't wear monthly contact lenses for too long—this could potentially cause conjunctivitis
- Rinse the lenses regularly so that any dust that may have settled on them can be removed
- So-called "all-in-one" solutions, which are offered by every reputable manufacturer or optician, make them particularly easy to use.
In general, monthly disposable contact lenses should be handled in much the same way as all other common types of contact lenses, except that their shelf life is shorter. In addition to conventional soft and hard lenses, monthly lenses are also available in colored, toric (specifically for astigmatism), and multifocal (multiple prescriptions in a single lens) varieties. If changing lenses every month gets on your nerves and the 1-year interval feels too long, you can opt for the happy medium: 3-month lenses.
Monthly Contact Lens Comparison on linsenonline.de
At www.linsenonline.de/monatslinsen, you’ll find what is likely the most comprehensive comparison of contact lens prices and quality on the German-language internet. Contact lenses from over 30 different manufacturers and suppliers are put through their paces here. Detailed explanations and descriptions are designed to help customers make an informed purchasing decision. So if you have a little time to spare and take a closer look at Linsenonline.de, you might just save up to 70% on your monthly contact lenses compared to the optician around the corner.
