If untreated or filtered tap water is unhealthy to consume, shouldn’t people who wear contact lenses be concerned about the safety of using tap water when cleaning their lenses?
Tap water is not sterile and can cause infections from pesticides and bacteria, like Acanthomaeoba. Therefore, you should never wash or store your lenses in tap water or any other liquid than contact lens solution. Also, avoid swimming or showering with your lenses to avoid contact with tap or chlorine filled water.
Contact us to schedule your FREE water test and recommendations on the right water quality equipment for your family and home.
For more information and other safety tips for contact lens wearers, visit Family Vision Source website.