Should I store contacts in the refrigerator?
SEP 05, 2016
Question:
I have a question about contact lens storage. I read a post in Facebook that said if we store our contact lenses in a refrigerator (not a freezer), bacteria proliferation will be deterred because of the low temperature. Is this correct?
Answer:
I have never seen an article in any journal recommending storing contact lenses in the refrigerator. The recommendation we give patients is as follows:
- Always store in fresh (not previously used) disinfecting solution.
- Wash your hands prior to any handling of contact lenses.
- Wash your contact lens case and allow to air dry (don’t recap it and trap water that can harbor bacteria).
These practices ensure the cleanest contact lens conditions.