There are many types of contact lenses — hard, soft, daily wear, and extended wear. Most of these are quite safe. However, sometimes it can affect your eyes, depending on how sensitive it is.

She says, "Wearing contact lenses for too long can have several detrimental effects on your eye health. The longer you wear them, the higher you are prone to chances of developing an eye infection.

See at Cnet. How long do contacts last? The lifespan of your contact lenses depends on a few factors. Dr. Meenal Agarwal, ...

If you’re new to contact lenses, you may have questions about how to wear and care for them. It may not be as simple as slipping on a pair of eyeglasses. And it may take longer to get used to ...

5 Dos and Don’ts of Contact Lens Wear. Dos: Remove your contact lenses before sleeping: Make it a habit to always remove your contacts before going to bed, even if you plan to take a short nap.

If you prefer soft ones though, it’s best to wear daily disposable lenses. Then you start each day with pollen-free contacts. Should you choose monthly or yearly lenses, ...

If you wear contacts, you may want to take a closer look, as Health Canada has issued a nationwide recall of a popular contact lens brand.