Why Do My Eyes Feel Dry and Irritated When Wearing Silicone Hydrogel Contact Lenses?
1. Introduction Dry and irritated eyes while wearing silicone hydrogel contact lenses primarily occur because the inherent hydrophobic properties of the silicone matrix disrupt the natural stability of the human tear film. This structural disruption accelerates the evaporation of the underlying aqueous layer and promotes the heavy accumulation of lipid deposits directly onto the lens … Read more