Fall River LASIK Surgeon on Contact Lenses for Swimming

Fall River LASIK Surgeon Keegan Johnson, M.D, commented on the risks and benefits of LASIK vs. contact lenses for swimming. “Wearing contact lenses while swimming is not a good idea,” stated Dr. Johnson of Center for Sight. “Clinical experience as well as the recommendation of the FDA is that contact lenses not be exposed to any form of water in order to avoid potentially devastating infections. For this reason, anyone who swims or participates in water sports or activities should give consideration to LASIK as the preferred method of vision correction today,” explained Dr. Johnson.

It is generally known that wearing contact lenses for swimming and water activities poses a risk of Acanthamoeba Keratitis, a potentially catastrophic eye infection of the cornea. Acanthamoeba Keratitis is caused by an organism present in all forms of impure water such as swimming pools, tap water, saunas, wells, and even showers.

“Contact lenses are quite safe to wear if you follow proper care guidelines and instructions. However, if water exposure such as swimming, bath tubs, and showering are part of your daily routine, you do need to keep your lenses out. Many patients-even very successful contact lens wearers-find this to be a hassle and are now interested in discussing LASIK as an option,” said Dr. Johnson.

If you or someone you know have questions about swimming or participating in water sports with contact lenses, or would like to learn more about LASIK or schedule a Free LASIK Consultation, please feel free to call Center for Sight at 508-730-2020, visit www.center-for-sight.com or www.facebook.com/centerforsightfallriver to schedule an appointment.

Center for Sight is conveniently located for patients wishing to learn more about LASIK in Massachusetts or Rhode Island from Attleboro, Fairhaven, Fall River, Franklin, Mansfield, Marion, Mattapoisett, Medfield, Milford, New Bedford, North Attleboro, North Dartmouth, Norton, Oxford, Rehobeth, Somerset, Swansea, Taunton, Walpole, Whitinsville, Woonsocket, Providence, Smithfield, Westport, Lakeville, Dighton, Little Compton, and Tiverton.