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This article was co-written by Mitul Mehta, MD. Dr. Mehta is a licensed ophthalmologist, eye and retinal surgeon with UC Irvine in California. He received his MD from the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 2008, after which he completed a residency in ophthalmology at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine.
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Most people who use contact lenses will have difficulty removing them from their eyes at some point. This is a fairly common problem for people new to contact lenses. Contact lenses can get stuck in the eye because they dry out after hours of use, or because they slip out of their normal position. Whether you wear soft contact lenses or hard contact lenses, the following guide can help you remove stubborn contact lenses from your eyes.
Steps
Remove Soft Contact Lens
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Wash your hands. Your hands need to be clean every time you put on your glasses or remove your contact lenses from your eyes. [1] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source Your hands are home to thousands of bacteria from the things you touch every day. Wash your hands with soap and warm water before touching your eyes to prevent infection. [2] X Trusted Source PubMed Central Go to Source
- For contact lenses stuck in the eyes, washing your hands is even more important, because you will have to touch your eyes for a long time. The longer your fingers are in contact with your eyes, the more likely you are to spread germs to your eyes.
- Do not dry your palms or fingertips when you are about to come into contact with your eyes. Otherwise, the fibers or lint of the towel you use may get in your eyes.
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Keep calm. Panic or excessive anxiety will only make it difficult for you to remove your contact lenses from your eyes. If you feel nervous, take a moment to breathe before continuing. [3] X Research Sources
- Do not worry! Contact lenses won’t get stuck behind your eyeball. The conjunctiva of the eye, the mucous membrane in front of the eye, and the muscles that wrap around the eye called the eye muscles prevent this from happening. [4] X Research Sources
- A soft contact lens that gets stuck in the eye is not a serious health risk, unless you do not seek to resolve the problem for an extended period of time. Although it may be irritating, it will not damage your eyes. [5] X Research Sources However, hard contact lenses can erode the cornea if it breaks and can lead to inflammation.
- If you have tried many steps to remove contact lenses with no success, take a break. Sit down and relax.
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Determine the position of the contact lenses. In many cases, a contact lens stuck in the eye is caused by slipping from its normal position on the cornea. If this is the case, you will need to have the lens located before it can be removed from your eye. Close your eyes and relax your eyelids. You should be able to feel the position of the glasses. If not, gently tap your eyelids with your hand and check to see if you can position the glasses. [6] X Research Sources
- If the contact lens has moved into the corner of your eye, you can find it by looking in the mirror. [7] X Research Sources
- Try to look in the direction opposite to where the glasses are. For example, if your glasses are stuck in the right corner of your eye, look to the left. Or, if the lens is stuck in the lower part of the eye, look upwards. You should be able to locate the glasses. [8] X Research Sources
- If you can’t feel or see your contact lens, it may have fallen out of your eye. [9] X Research Source
- Place your finger above the eyelid (closer to the eyebrow) and pull the eyelid upwards so that the eye can open wide. This will make it easier for you to locate the glass. You need to remember that if you look down while stretching your eyelids upward, the sphincter muscle will be paralyzed and you will not be able to close your eyes unless you look up.
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Moisten contact lenses. Contact lenses can get stuck in the eyes because they are dry. You can use salt water to moisten the glass. If possible, apply a few drops of saline directly onto the glass. Wait for a few minutes for the glass to moisten and become softer. [10] X Research Source
- If your contact lenses get stuck under your eyelids or in the corners of your eyes, providing moisture can help them move into place so you can easily remove them. [11] X Research Source
- Moistening your contact lenses will make it possible to remove them from your eyes in the usual way. Blink a few times or close your eyes for a few seconds, then you can proceed to remove the glasses from your eyes. [12] X Research Source
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Massage your eyelids. If your contact lenses are still stuck or stuck underneath your eyelids, close your eyes and gently massage your eyelids with your fingers. [13] X Research Source
- If the lenses are in the wrong position, try to push them towards the cornea.
- If glasses get stuck underneath your eyelids, looking down while massaging your eyelids can help. [14] X Research Source
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Change approach. If the lenses are in place but you still can’t get them out, you can try another method to remove the contact lenses. Most people gently squeeze contact lenses to remove them from their eyes, but you can also try placing a finger on each eyelid and applying gentle pressure while blinking to remove the lenses. [15] X Research Source
- You can use the index or middle finger of each hand. Place a finger on the upper eyelid and gently press down. At the same time, place a finger on the lower eyelid and push it slightly upwards.
- The glasses will come off your eyes and you can easily remove them.
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Raise your eyelids. If the contact lens is still stuck in your eye and you think it might slip under your eyelid, gently lift your eyelid and turn it upside down. [16] X Research Source
- To do this, you can use the tip of a cotton swab and gently press the center of the eyelid while pulling the eyelashes away from the eye.
- Tilt your head back slightly. You should be able to easily tell if your contact lenses are stuck underneath your eyelids. Carefully pull the glasses away from the eyelids.
- You may need help from friends or family. [17] X Research Source
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Go see a doctor. If all else fails, or if your eyes are red or uncomfortable, see your doctor, optometrist, or go to the hospital. They can help you remove contact lenses from your eyes without damaging your eyes. [18] X Research Sources
- If you believe that in the process of trying to remove contact lenses from your eyes, you have scratched or damaged your eyes, seek medical attention immediately. Regardless of whether you are successful in removing contact lenses from your eyes, you should have an eye exam to prevent problems that may arise. [19] X Research Source
Remove Air Permeable Hard Contact Lens
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Hand washing. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water. Do not dry the fingers that you will use to touch your eyes to prevent the lint of the towel from getting into your eyes. You must wash your hands before and after removing contact lenses from your eyes. [20] X Research Source
- Thorough hand washing is especially important if you will have to touch your eyes for an extended period of time, such as when you are trying to remove contact lenses from your eyes.
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Keep calm. A stuck contact lens is not an emergency, and anxiety will only make it harder to locate and remove it. [21] X Research Source
- Contact lenses won’t get stuck behind your eyeball. The conjunctiva of the eye, the mucous membrane in front of the eye, and the muscles around the eye called the eye muscles will prevent this from happening. [22] X Research Source
- Getting a contact lens stuck in your eye is not a serious health risk, unless you don’t try to fix the problem for an extended period of time. Although it may be irritating, it will not damage your eyes. If the glass is broken, it can be quite painful. [23] X Research Sources
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Determine the position of the contact lenses. In many cases, hard contact lenses get stuck in the eye because they have slipped out of their normal position on the cornea. If this is the case, you’ll need to have the lens positioned on your eye before you can remove it.
- Close your eyes and relax your eyelids. You should be able to feel the position of the glasses. If not, gently tap your eyelids with your hand and check to see if you can position the glasses. [24] X Research Source
- If the contact lens has moved into the corner of your eye, you can find it by looking in the mirror. [25] X Research Sources
- Try to turn your eyes in the direction opposite to where the glasses are. For example, if your glasses are stuck in the right corner of your eye, look to the left. Or, if the lens is stuck in the lower part of the eye, look upwards. You should be able to locate the glasses. [26] X Research Sources
- If you can’t feel or see your contact lens, it may have fallen out of your eye. [27] X Research Source
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Break the suction. If the contact lens has moved to the white of the eye, you can remove it by breaking the attraction between the lens and the eyeball. To do this, use your finger to apply gentle pressure to the eye at the periphery of the contact lens. [28] X Research Sources
- Do not massage the eyeballs as you would for soft contact lenses. This action can cause the edge of the lens to scratch the surface of the eye. [29] X Research Sources
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Use a suction cup. If the lens is still stuck in your eye, you can find a contact lens suction cup at the drugstore that will help you remove the lens from your eye. [30] X Research Source Ideally, you should consult your optometrist about this technique before he or she prescribes glasses for you.
- First, use a glass cleaning solution to wash the suction cup. Moisten the suction cup with salt water. [31] X Research Source
- Use your thumb and index finger to separate the eyelids from each other.
- Place the suction cup in the center of the glasses and pull it away from your eye, being careful not to let it touch your eye.
- You can remove the contact lens from the suction cup by gently sliding it sideways. [32] X Research Source
- Consider getting an eye exam before doing this. Using a suction cup to manually remove hard contact lenses can cause eye injury. [33] X Trusted Source PubMed Central Go to Source
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Get an eye exam if necessary. If you can’t remove the lenses from your eyes, see your doctor, optometrist, or hospital for help removing contact lenses from your eye. You should also seek medical help if your eyes become red and irritated. [34] X Research Source
- If you believe that in the process of trying to remove contact lenses from your eyes, you have scratched or damaged your eyes, seek medical attention immediately. Regardless of whether you are successful in removing contact lenses from your eyes, you should seek medical help. [35] X Research Source
Maintain Good Hygiene Good for Contact Lenses
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Avoid touching your eyes without washing your hands. Your hands contain countless types of germs from the objects that you touch every day. You should wash your hands with soap and warm water before touching your eyes. [36] X Research Source
- If you touch your eyes with dirty hands, you can cause an infection or scratch your eyes.
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Lubricate your eyes. Use contact lens drops or lens lubricants to keep your eyes moist throughout the day. This method will help prevent contact lenses from getting stuck in the eye. [37] X Research Source
- If your eyes are itchy or red after using the eye drops, look for a product that says “preservative-free”.
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Keep your contact lens case clean. You should clean your glasses case every day. After you have put your contact lenses in your eyes, you can clean the lens case with salt water or with hot water (distilled water is better) and soap. Tap water should not be allowed to accumulate in the container. It can cause fungal or bacterial infections. Let the contact lenses dry naturally. [38] X Research Source
- Replace lenses every three months. Even if you clean your glasses every day, bacteria and other things can build up in the glasses case.
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Change the soaking water every day. After you’ve cleaned the lens case and let it dry, put some fresh, clean glass soaker solution in the container. Lens soaks lose their potency after a while, so changing the water every day will help disinfect your contact lenses and keep them clean. [39] X Research Sources
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Follow the instructions for cleaning and disinfecting the contact lenses you use. Different glasses require different care products. You need to choose the right cleaning solution for your glasses. Follow your eye care professional’s instructions for cleaning and disinfecting your lenses. [40] X Research Source
- Use only solutions, eye drops, and cleaning solutions that are available at drugstores to minimize the risk of infection.
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Wear glasses as directed by your ophthalmologist. Your eye doctor will tell you how long you can wear your glasses each day. You should follow your doctor’s instructions in using contact lenses.
- Do not wear contact lenses while sleeping unless it is “one week use” lenses (can be worn continuously even while sleeping for 1 week). Even if you use these glasses, doctors do not recommend wearing contact lenses while sleeping because it can increase the risk of eye infections. [41] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source
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Remove contact lenses after contact with water. If you go swimming, or take a shower, or soak in a hot tub, remove your glasses first. This action will help reduce the risk of infection. [42] X Research Source
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Provide water to the eyes. Your glasses can get stuck in your eyes when they dry. One way to prevent this is to drink plenty of water every day. Drinking enough water will help maintain moisture in your eyes.
- Men should drink at least 3 liters of water (13 cups) per day. Women should drink at least 2 liters (9 cups) of water per day. [43] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source
- If you often experience dry eyes, you should avoid drinking alcohol and using too much caffeine if possible. They cause dehydration in the body. You should drink pure water, but you can also use juice, milk, and teas that do not contain sugar or caffeine such as Lipton green tea and many other herbal teas.
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No smoking. Studies have shown that smoking makes your dry eyes worse. “Dry eyes” can cause contact lenses to get stuck in the eye. [44] X Research Source Contact lens wearers who regularly smoke are more likely to have problems with their glasses than non-smokers.
- Passive smoking (inhaling other people’s tobacco smoke) can cause problems for contact lens wearers. [45] X Trusted Source PubMed Central Go to Source
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Stay healthy. You can prevent eye problems by eating well, getting enough sleep, and reducing strain on your eyes. [46] X Research Source
- Green leafy vegetables, such as spinach, kale, kale, and other green vegetables are good for the eyes. Salmon, tuna, and other fish that contain omega-3 fatty acids can help prevent many eye problems.
- Scientific research has shown that people who exercise regularly have healthier eyes. They are also less likely to have serious eye conditions such as glaucoma. [47] X Research Sources
- Not getting enough sleep can affect your vision. The most common side effect of this condition is dry eyes. You may also experience “eye machine” or eye twitching. [48]X Research Source
- Try to minimize eye strain whenever possible. You can do this by dimming your electronic devices, setting up a suitable work area, and taking frequent breaks from work that requires you to look too long.
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Regularly check your eyes. Regular visits to an ophthalmologist can prevent many problems with your eyes. Regular eye exams can help detect eye problems such as glaucoma. [49] X Research Source
- If you are having eye problems and you are in your late 30s, you need to have an eye exam every year. Adults between the ages of 20 and 30 should have an eye exam at least every two years. [50] X Research Source
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Tell your doctor about any problems you are having. If your contact lenses don’t stop getting stuck in your eye, you should see your doctor. You may have a more serious problem. You can also consult your doctor about preventive methods. [51] X Research Source
- See your doctor right away if you have any of the following symptoms:
- Sudden loss of vision
- Blurred eyes
- Eyes see light or “halo” (area of light that surrounds an object)
- Eye pain, discomfort, swelling, or redness
Advice
- It is essential to apply saline drops to moisten the eye before proceeding to remove soft contact lenses from the eye. After moistening, let your fingers dry naturally and proceed to remove the lenses from your eyes. This method can provide enough friction for you to remove the glasses from your eyes.
- Many regions offer online listings of optometrists. For example, in Vietnam, you can consult a doctor’s directory through the website Danhba.bacsi [52] X Research source or vicare. [53] X Research Sources
- Makeup should only be worn after wearing contact lenses. Remove contact lenses from eyes before removing makeup. This will help prevent cosmetics from getting on the glass. [54] X Research Source
- Close your eyes tightly (if necessary, gently press your finger on the eyelid) and move the pupil around (look around) counterclockwise for 3 minutes and the contact lens will begin to slide out of place. it’s stuck so you can easily get it out of your eye.
Warning
- Always remember to clean your hands, glasses case, towels, and any other items that come into contact with your eyes. Otherwise, your eyes may become infected.
- Never use saliva to moisten contact lenses. Human saliva is full of germs, and if you put it on your glasses, you’ll transfer all of that bacteria into your eyes.
- Check the instructions on the eye drops product carefully before instilling it in your eyes. Basic saline solution for contact lenses is quite safe, but some contain cleaning agents and will cause a burning sensation if applied directly to the eye.
- Don’t use “decorative” contact lenses (contact lenses with bright colors and patterns) or lenses that can be purchased without a doctor’s prescription. These types of products can cause scratches, pain, inflammation, and even permanent blindness.
- If, after removing contact lenses from your eyes, your eyes are still quite red and uncomfortable, see an eye doctor. This could be a sign that your cornea may have been scratched. [55] X Research Source
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This article was co-written by Mitul Mehta, MD. Dr. Mehta is a licensed ophthalmologist, eye and retinal surgeon with UC Irvine in California. He received his MD from the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 2008, after which he completed a residency in ophthalmology at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine.
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Most people who use contact lenses will have difficulty removing them from their eyes at some point. This is a fairly common problem for people new to contact lenses. Contact lenses can get stuck in the eye because they dry out after hours of use, or because they slip out of their normal position. Whether you wear soft contact lenses or hard contact lenses, the following guide can help you remove stubborn contact lenses from your eyes.
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