Join us as we look at reasons as to why patients may drop out of contact lens wear and what delegates need to consider to ensure maximum retention of contact lens patients. The session will cover three cases where delegates will identify various possible reasons that may lead to discontinuation of contact lens wear and how to address them before they become a concern.

Learning outcomes:

Optometrists and dispensing opticians

Understands the importance of appropriate questioning and communication to ensure maximum success of contact lens wear

Understands the main reasons given by patients dropping out of lens wear and what can be done to help avoid or address those situations before the patient ceases lens wear
Understands the appearance and significance of dry eye conditions such as blepharitis, the impact they may have on successful CL wear and the appropriate treatment options available
Understands the tips to follow to maximise first fit success with multifocal contact lens fitting

Contact lens opticians

Understands the tips to follow to maximise first fit success with multifocal contact lens fitting
Understands the main reasons given by patients dropping out of lens wear and what can be done during contact lens fitting and aftercare to help avoid or address those situations before the patient ceases lens wear