Posted by: Eye Specialists and Surgeons of Northern Virginia in Uncategorized
As Halloween is approaching, many people will consider colored contacts from on-line sources or salons. We want to make sure your eyes are always safe. Many of these sources may sell you contacts that are not regulated and may even contain powders that can permanently damage the cornea. The picture you see here is a deep white haze in the cornea of a young girl that resulted from toxic chemicals used on a contact lenses. Please make sure you only use contact lenses that are FDA approved and prescribed by a licensed Eye doctor. If you have any questions or need an eye exam feel free to reach us at 571-349-2191 or visit us at www.essnv.com.