It can be hard to drop a contact lens.They're expensive to replace and can be hard to find.There are a couple of tricks you can use to find your lens.
Step 1: Act quickly.
Time is an issue if a contact lens falls out.The longer you wait, the more susceptible the lens will be to damage.Any motion on the floor can cause the lens to shift and become more difficult to find.Start looking when a lens falls out.Don't move too much from where the lens was lost.If you accidentally step on the lens, you need to remove your shoes.
Step 2: There is a vacuum with nylon.
A good trick to find small objects lost in the carpet is to wrap nylon, panty hose, or other material around the nozzle of a vacuum.The lens won't be sucked into the vacuum when you turn it on.There are old socks or panty hose that you can use.They should be wrapped around the nozzle of the vacuum.Slowly move the nozzle over the part of the carpet where you dropped the contact lens.If the contact lens is stuck to the socks or pantyhose, it's time to examine them.You may have to go over a lot of carpet.A contact lens can fall far from where you are standing.
Step 3: Try using a flashlight.
It is possible to find missing items with a flashlight.It can be helpful to use a flashlight as contact lens reflect off the light.The lens can be more visible.Pull the blinds closed and turn off the lights.The room needs to be as dark as possible.Put the flashlight down on the floor.Once you find the contact lens, turn the flashlight on slowly.
Step 4: The contact lens needs to be checked for damage.
If the contact lens is cracked or torn, it can cause eye irritation.Take the contact lens to a bright room and look under the light.Look for cracks or tears.If the lens is damaged, don't try to put it in.If you don't want to wear your glasses, replace it with a new lens.
Step 5: It's a good idea to clean your contact after.
You'll need to clean your contact lens after you've made sure it's damage free.You don't want to put something in your eye that could be contaminated.Put your contact in a case with solution to kill it.Before putting your lens back in, make sure you wash it thoroughly with solution.Don't use saliva or water to clean your contact lens.These liquids can cause eye infections.Always use a solution made for contact lenses.
Step 6: You should be prepared when going out.
In the event of a contact falling out, you should be prepared.Don't forget to carry your glasses, spare lens, and solution.It's important that you don't end up with vision impairment while at work, school or running.