Tips For Successful Wear

• Always follow the recommendations of your eyecare professional.
• Always wash your hands before handling your contact lenses or touching your eyes.
• If you experience any discomfort, burning, itching, irritation, redness, then remove your lenses immediately and seek advise from our eye care practitioner
• Only wear the lenses for the prescribed hours as recommended by your eyecare professional and never over wear your contact lenses.
• Don't swim or sleep with your contact lenses.
• Always have replacement lenses available and replace your lenses if they are damaged or dried out.
• Always use the recommended cleaning solutions and never reuse cleaning solutions.
• Rinse your lens case daily with a sterile solution and allow to air dry before storing the lenses. Replace your lens case regularly at least every 3 months.
• Visit your eye care professional regularly and always keep your scheduled appointments for aftercare visits.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the contact lenses the same as available from my Optometrist?
Yes. NoGap Eyecare supply all the major disposable contact lens brands sold in Australia.

How often should I have an Eye Examination if I wear Contact lenses?
Minimum requirement is 24 months or more often if suggested by your optometrist, however NoGap Eyecare recommends an appointment with your optometrist at least every 12 months

Do I need a current Contact Lens Prescription to order contact lenses from NoGap Eyecare?
Yes, it is necessary to have your contact lenses prescribed and checked by a qualified eye care professional regularly. Remember a copy of your contact lens prescription legally belongs to you. There is no obligation for you to purchase your contact lenses from the practitioner who prescribed them.

How do I get a copy of my contact lens prescription?
Ask for a copy of your contact lens prescription in person. Remember a copy of your contact lens prescription legally belongs to you. Or give us the details of your eye care professional and we will try to obtain a copy of your prescription for you.

Why does NoGap Eyecare need my Optometrist details?
We need it to confirm your prescription and to ensure you maintain proper eyecare through routine eye examinations. Only current prescriptions will be processed.

Is a contact lens prescription the same as a spectacle prescription?
No. Contact lenses are prescribed to meet individual requirements for your eye-shape and the wearing schedule.

I am wearing contact lenses now. They are very comfortable, but I haven't had a check up for quite a while. Is it safe for me to continue wearing my lenses until they feel uncomfortable?
No! To avoid any problems that occur from wearing contact lenses, we recommend regular check ups.

Contact Us:
For any other questions or comments please feel free to contact us at info@nogapeyecare.com.au