Quick answer
Air Optix Night & Day Aqua lenses are designed for up to 30 days of continuous wear, but safe use requires following a strict hygiene and replacement routine.
Why choose continuous wear lenses
Continuous wear lenses like Air Optix Night & Day Aqua offer the convenience of sleeping and waking with your lenses in, reducing daily handling. However, they demand disciplined care to prevent complications like corneal hypoxia or infection.
Key trade-offs
While these lenses use high-oxygen silicone hydrogel material (76% lotrafilcon B), no lens is risk-free for overnight wear. Some users may experience dryness or discomfort toward the end of the 30-day period, and you should never exceed the replacement schedule.
Step-by-step continuous wear guide
- 1. Start with a clean lens case and fresh solution: Before inserting, wash your hands with non-moisturizing soap and dry with a lint-free towel. Fill the case with fresh multi-purpose solution and place the lens in the basket. Never reuse solution. Common mistake: reusing old solution can introduce bacteria. Always use fresh solution.
- 2. Insert lenses in the morning of day 1: Rinse the lens with solution and inspect for tears or debris. Place the lens on your index finger and gently apply to the eye. Blink to center it. Repeat for the other eye. Checkpoint: if the lens feels uncomfortable, remove and re-rinse. Do not wear a damaged lens.
- 3. Wear continuously for up to 30 days: You can sleep, shower, and exercise with the lenses in. However, if you ever remove a lens before the 30 days, you must clean and store it in fresh solution before reinserting. Common mistake: removing and reinserting without proper cleaning can lead to deposits and infection. Always clean if removed.
- 4. Remove and dispose after 30 days: On the 30th day, remove both lenses and discard them immediately. Do not attempt to extend wear beyond the 30-day limit, even if the lenses feel fine. Checkpoint: mark your calendar or set a phone reminder to avoid accidentally overwearing.
- 5. Give your eyes a break (if needed): After the 30-day period, you may switch to a fresh pair or take a day off from lenses to let your eyes rest. Do not reuse old lenses. Common mistake: wearing lenses for longer than 30 days increases risk of corneal ulcers and discomfort.
Product facts
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Air Optix Night & Day Aqua - 6 pack: Made from 76% lotrafilcon B silicone hydrogel material, offering high oxygen transmissibility for overnight wear. This high oxygen flow helps keep your corneas healthy during sleep, reducing the risk of swelling compared to older materials.
Air Optix Night & Day Aqua - 6 pack