Putting In And Removing Contact Lenses If you are new to contact lenses, there are 2 things that you will need to overcome - putting your contacts in and taking them out. Even though you may have got in some practice with your doctor during your fitting exam, you ll find things to be totally different once you step in front of your mirror at home and try to do it by yourself. Known as plano, the most common type of non prescription contact lenses are the opaque color contact lenses. Even though they don t require a prescription, those who want them need to consult with an optometrist first to ensure they get the right fit. Locally or on the Internet, you can find many different varieties of non prescription contact lenses available. You can buy them online, through your local optician, or anywhere else that sells contacts. They are available in virtually every subscription, which is perfect for anyone who needs a dependable pair of lenses. The Acuvue advance lenses are unlike any other type, for the simple fact that they are very comfortable, dependable - and easy to take care of. Even thought the quality isn t the best in the world, those who wear cheap contacts normally don t have any complaints. Although some people will view cheap contacts as the ideal purchase, others see them as a waste of money. This is all about preference, and what you feel is the best for you. If you have the money to spare, you would be better off getting a pair of brand name contacts. GP (Gas Permeable) contacts are made from a combination of fluorine and silicone, meaning that they won t attract protein near as much as other types of contacts. If you have had a problem with protein on your lenses in the past, GP contacts will pretty much eliminate that problem. Keep in mind, you ll still need to clean your GP lenses, in order to keep them free of protein, debris, and to keep them comfortable when you wear them. To get the most from your contacts and ensure that they remain comfortable, you should always take care of them and use a bit of common sense. If you experience any problems with your contacts, you should take them out and let your eyes rest for a while. Contacts are great to have, although you ll need to rest your eyes every so often.